Rumford Cogeneration— 102.6 MW Biomass
Rumford Cogeneration is a 102.6 MW biomass power plant located in Rumford, Maine, operated by ND Paper Inc. since its commissioning in 1990. The facility generates electricity using biomass, primarily wood waste, contributing to the state's renewable energy capacity. It is the 11th largest biomass plant in the United States. With a capacity of 102.6 MW, it represents 1.98% of the total biomass capacity of 5,191 MW in the country. 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 59.7% of its size. Biomass energy is a growing sector in Maine's energy portfolio, providing a renewable alternative to fossil fuels. The Rumford Cogeneration plant supports local forestry industries by utilizing wood waste for power generation. It is located approximately 120 km northwest of Portland in the western part of the state.
36 years old
United States of America, North America
- 2,084. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #9,899 worldwide by installed capacity
- #69 of 1,487 Biomass plants worldwide
- 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
36 years in operation
Biomass fleet average: 20.5 years
ND Paper Inc. operates 3 plants totalling 177 MW
73 plants within 100 km, 2,878 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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