What is the carbon footprint of the EfW plant?
A detailed study is being undertaken into the carbon footprint of the facility. Although this is yet to be concluded, there are major benefits arising as follows: • The EfW plant will divert a significant volume of waste away from landfill. Landfill sites generate methane, which is a powerful greenhouse gas. • The electricity generated will offset the emission of 43,500 tonnes of Carbon per annum which would otherwise be emitted through fossil fuel fired electricity generation. • Use of the excess heat will further improve the energy efficiency of the plant, which reduces its carbon footprint further. • The proposed plant performs well when compared to the carbon footprint of other available waste management options and technologies, as well as being a significant improvement on current practice.
