🌿 Biomass Power Plants in Nebraska
Nebraska operates 3 biomass power plants totaling 11 MW of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: 68.2k 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.
Plants3operating
Capacity10 MWnameplate
Generation68.2k MWhannual
All Nebraska biomass plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk City Station | Bennington | Douglas County | 6 MW | Omaha Public Power District |
| Missouri River Wastewater Treatment | Omaha | Douglas County | 3 MW | City Of Omaha |
| Papillion Creek Wastewater | Bellevue | Sarpy County | 2 MW | City Of Omaha |