Approval Granted for New Biogas Plant Near Spalding
A new anaerobic digestion facility has been approved to process over 100,000 tonnes of food waste annually, generating renewable energy and fertilizers. The project aims to prevent carbon dioxide emissions and support local agriculture, despite concerns over viability and potential future land use.
Lincolnshire County Council approved a biogas plant near Spalding that will process over 100,000 tonnes of food waste per year through anaerobic digestion. The facility, developed by Naylors Farms, is expected to generate energy, liquid carbon dioxide, and fertilizer, claiming to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 25,000 tonnes annually.
Council concerns included potential business viability and the visual impact of a 16-meter-high building. Previous decisions have established the acceptability of such facilities in the area. Additionally, a separate proposal for a biogas plant in Anwick was withdrawn prior to the meeting following recommendations for rejection due to location issues.
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