Mead Coated Board— 120.5 MW Biomass
Mead Coated Board is a 120.5 MW biomass and waste-fired power plant located in the United States, operated by Mead Coated Board Inc since its commissioning in 1983. The facility utilizes biomass and waste to generate electricity, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity. It is the 6th largest biomass plant in the United States. With 120.5 MW, it represents 2.32% of the country's total biomass capacity of 5,191 MW. The United States has 156 biomass plants with a combined capacity of 5,191 MW. Compared to the largest biomass plant, Mansfield Mill at 172 MW, this facility is approximately 70% the size. Biomass energy plays a significant role in the United States' renewable energy landscape, contributing to the diversification of energy sources. The plant's location in Alabama supports regional efforts to utilize local agricultural and forestry residues. It is situated approximately 160 km southwest of Atlanta, Georgia.
43 years old
United States of America, North America
- 1,928. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #9,237 worldwide by installed capacity
- #47 of 1,487 Biomass plants worldwide
- 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
43 years in operation
Biomass fleet average: 20.5 years
Mead Coated Board Inc operates 1 plants totalling 121 MW
28 plants within 100 km, 4,235 MW combined
Location
Estimates based on Biomass emission factor (230 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (65%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Biomass
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
United States of America- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
United States of America — Energy Profile
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