Renewable energy firm Tamar has agreed a deal to develop up to five new anaerobic digestion plants in England – as work begins on its Halstead operation.
The Essex plant, which will take a year to develop, will use natural biological processes to break down organic waste and convert it into biogas.
The gas is used for electricity production, while the process also produces a nutrient rich bio fertiliser for the agricultural sector.
With work now underway on the site, Tamar revealed it has struck a deal to develop five new plants in the north of England.
“This is a great deal for Tamar Energy and demonstrates our drive and commitment as a business to deliver a UK-wide AD network,” said Tamar chief executive Alan Lovell.
“The new facilities will be developed, constructed and operated by Tamar Energy as part of our plan to create a ‘critical mass’ of around 40 plants by 2018.”
“Our innovative funding model means we are in a unique position in the AD industry to deliver on our promise of a cost-effective, reliable and sustainable energy and waste management solution for local councils and waste contractors alike.”
The company aims to produce 100mw – enough energy to power more than 200,000 homes, by 2018 with 40 plants across the UK.
Under the deal, Peel will provide suitable sites for Tamar to develop as anaerobic digestion facilities.
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