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West Northamptonshire Council will reassess Acorn Bioenergy's proposal for a biogas plant in Evenley on February 17, 2026. This will be the fourth review of the project, which aims to convert 21,000 tonnes of manure and dairy slurry, along with maize and straw, into biomethane, supporting energy for over 8,000 homes.

The proposal was initially approved in September 2025 but is being re-evaluated after officers acknowledged it should have been reviewed against the Northamptonshire Minerals and Waste Local Plan. Residents have expressed concerns regarding traffic and odors, while planning officers have recommended the project's approval, subject to conditions.