🌿 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
Where biomass plants sit in Nebraska
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 |