🌿 Biomass Power Plants in Rhode Island
Rhode Island operates 3 biomass power plants totaling 45 MW of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: 241.2k 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
Capacity45 MWnameplate
Generation241.2k MWhannual
All Rhode Island biomass plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Lfg Turbine Plant | Johnston | Providence County | 36 MW | Rhode Island Lfg Genco |
| Ridgewood Providence Power | Johnston | Providence County | 6 MW | Rhode Island Lfg Genco |
| Orbit Energy Ri | Johnston | Providence County | 3 MW | Anaergia |