Overview
Steven's Croft is a 50 MW gas cogeneration power plant in the United Kingdom, operated by E.ON. It provides efficient combined heat and power to local industries.
Steven's Croft is a gas-fired cogeneration power plant located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 50 MW. The facility is owned by E.ON and is currently operational, contributing to the country's diversified energy mix. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the UK, which aligns with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants. As a cogeneration facility, it achieves higher efficiency by simultaneously producing electricity and useful heat, reducing primary energy consumption compared to separate generation. Steven's Croft plays a role in supporting local energy needs and industrial processes through its combined heat and power output. Its location in the UK places it within a mature regulatory environment that emphasizes emission reductions and energy efficiency, aligning with national climate goals.
Environmental context
As a gas cogeneration plant, Steven's Croft produces lower CO2 emissions per unit of energy compared to coal-fired plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The plant's 50 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for gas power in the UK. Its cogeneration design improves overall efficiency, reducing fuel consumption and associated emissions. The facility operates under UK regulations that implement the EU Industrial Emissions Directive, requiring adherence to emission limit values for SOx, NOx, and dust.
Frequently asked questions
Steven's Croft is located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates approximately 55.1524° N, -3.3809° W.
Steven's Croft is a gas-fired cogeneration power plant, meaning it produces both electricity and useful heat simultaneously.
The plant has a capacity of 50 megawatts (MW), which is considered small-to-medium scale for gas power plants in the UK.
Gas power plants in the UK must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and associated Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions, as well as national emission standards for pollutants like NOx and SOx.
The plant is owned by E.ON, a major energy company, with environmental planning managed by Agent Environmental Planning and Management.