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HBB Gas Power Plant, Germany | 24 MW Facility

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Overview

HBB is a 24 MW gas power plant in Germany, operated by HBB Heizkraftwerk Bauernfeind Betreibergesellschaft mbh. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's energy mix.

HBB is a gas power plant located in Germany, with a capacity of 24 MW. The facility is owned and operated by HBB Heizkraftwerk Bauernfeind Betreibergesellschaft mbh and is currently in operational status. As a gas-fired plant, it plays a role in the German power generation sector, which is transitioning towards renewable energy but still relies on natural gas for grid stability and peak demand. Germany's power generation sector is governed by the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and the Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants. Gas power plants like HBB typically have lower CO2 emissions compared to coal-fired plants, but still contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. The plant's capacity of 24 MW places it in the small-scale category for gas power plants, often used for district heating or local industrial supply. The environmental context for HBB involves its location in southern Germany, near the town of Rosenheim. The region is characterized by Alpine foothills and agricultural areas. Gas power plants in this area must comply with strict emission limits under German and EU regulations. The plant's relatively small size and gas fuel type result in a moderate environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel facilities.

Environmental context

HBB is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 24 MW, located in southern Germany. Gas combustion produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal, but still releases NOx and CO2. The plant operates under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive, which sets emission limits for SO2, NOx, and dust. Its location in a region with Alpine geography and agricultural land means that air quality and water usage are important considerations. The plant's small scale reduces its overall environmental impact relative to larger facilities.

Frequently asked questions

HBB is located in Germany, near the town of Rosenheim in the state of Bavaria. The plant's coordinates are approximately 47.7960 N, 12.1193 E.

HBB is a gas power plant, meaning it generates electricity by burning natural gas. It has a capacity of 24 megawatts (MW).

HBB is owned and operated by HBB Heizkraftwerk Bauernfeind Betreibergesellschaft mbh, a German company.

Gas power plants in Germany must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and the German Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG). These regulations set limits on emissions of SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, and require the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT).

As a 24 MW gas plant, HBB provides flexible power generation that can be ramped up quickly to meet peak demand or compensate for fluctuations in renewable energy output. It supports grid stability in the Bavarian region.
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