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Powering Latgale with Advanced Biomass Energy

Key Features

• Largest Biomass Cogeneration Station in Latgale: The facility is the largest of its kind in the region, emphasizing the use of sustainable energy sources.
• Electrical Capacity: 3.1 MWe
• Thermal Capacity: 10.7 MWt
• Renewable Resources: Utilizes local biomass such as wood chips, sawdust, and bark for energy production.

Impact

This state-of-the-art facility generates both electrical and thermal energy using locally sourced renewable biomass. The heat produced by the cogeneration station is directed to the "NewFuels" RSEZ SIA belt dryer, while the electricity is fed into the national power grid, promoting sustainability and energy independence.

Project Scope

• Cogeneration Power Plant Boiler House: Construction of a 640 m² facility.
• Fuel Storage Facility: Includes a 150 m² storage area for biomass materials.
• Wood Chip Dryer: Features an 880 m² drying facility to process local biomass.
• Pellet Plant Expansion: Part of a collaborative effort to enhance biomass utilization.

Innovation in Action

This biomass cogeneration station showcases how industrial processes can be integrated with renewable energy production, maximizing efficiency and environmental benefits. It represents a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions and supporting Latvia’s energy independence.

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