🌿 Biomass Power Plants in District of Columbia
District of Columbia operates 1 biomass power plant totaling 14 MW of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: 58.3k MWh.
Biomass plants burn wood, agricultural waste, or methane from landfills to generate steam and electricity. They are considered carbon-neutral over long timescales when fuel is sustainably sourced, but they produce particulate emissions similar to coal.
Plants1operating
Capacity14 MWnameplate
Generation58.3k MWhannual
Where biomass plants sit in District of Columbia
All District of Columbia biomass plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walt Bailey Bioenergy Facility | Washington | District Of Columbia County | 14 MW | Dc Water |