Overview
Biron Mill is a 61.6 MW coal power plant in Wisconsin, USA, operated by ND Paper Inc. It supplies electricity to the local grid and industrial operations.
Biron Mill is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Wisconsin, United States. With a capacity of 61.6 MW, it is considered a small-scale coal plant within the US power sector. The facility is owned and operated by ND Paper Inc., supporting both industrial energy needs and grid supply. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act and associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and other pollutants, requiring compliance with emission limits and monitoring. As a coal-fired facility, Biron Mill contributes to the regional power mix but faces environmental considerations related to fuel type and emissions. Its location in Wisconsin places it within a region with diverse energy sources, and its operational status reflects ongoing industrial activity. The plant's role in local energy supply and its regulatory compliance are key aspects of its operational context.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, which are regulated under US federal programs. Its location in Wisconsin, a state with mixed energy generation, means local air quality considerations are relevant. The relatively small capacity (61.6 MW) reduces its regional emission footprint compared to larger coal plants, but it still operates under stringent environmental standards.
Frequently asked questions
Biron Mill is located in Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 44.43, -89.78.
Biron Mill has a capacity of 61.6 MW, making it a small-scale coal power plant.
Biron Mill is owned and operated by ND Paper Inc.
As a US coal power plant, Biron Mill must comply with the Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule, which limit SO2 and NOx emissions.
Biron Mill uses coal as its primary fuel for power generation.