Biomethane Castle Eaton

A new renewable energy site at Castle Eaton, Swindon

Castle Eaton Biogas: Advancing Renewable Energy for a Greener Future

At Castle Eaton Biogas, our team brings extensive expertise in developing renewable energy technologies, with a focus on anaerobic digestion (AD) plants. We are committed to building AD facilities that convert organic produce and agricultural residuals into clean, sustainable energy. This renewable energy project will play a vital role in decarbonising the UK’s energy network, helping to create a greener and more sustainable future.

Anaerobic digestion is a key technology helping advance the UK towards its Net Zero targets. By transforming organic materials into green energy, Castle Eaton Biogas will make a significant contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and addressing the country’s energy challenges. This project will not only deliver clean energy solutions but also create local employment opportunities, supporting both the economy and the renewable energy sector.

Once operational, this new AD plant will have the capacity to produce enough green energy to supply over 28,000 homes in the local area. The biomethane produced will be injected into the national gas grid, directly replacing the equivalent amount of fossil fuel-derived natural gas.

To learn more about anaerobic digestion, our project, and the planning permission process, please explore our website. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch using the enquiry form at the bottom of the page. Our team is here to assist you.

Together, let’s power a cleaner, greener future with Castle Eaton Biogas.

About Anaerobic Digestion

What is anaerobic digestion (AD)?

 

AD works by naturally breaking down organic materials inside sealed tanks to generate biogas – a renewable fuel that comprises mainly of methane (the same as the gas in our gas supplies). Biogas can be converted into electricity or put through an ‘upgrader’ to produce biomethane – an alternative to fossil fuel gas – which can be readily injected into the gas grid network.

To find out more about AD, please click here.

Why now?

 

The government has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and aims to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030. Addressing the urgent need to establish sustainable systems and infrastructure for reducing greenhouse gas emissions is paramount. A recent announcement by DEFRA has underscored the necessity for all Local Authorities to implement segregated food waste collections by 2026. Therefore, it is crucial to develop local, sustainable methods for processing food waste, emphasizing the importance of environmentally responsible practices.

How many AD plants are there in the UK?

 

There are over 720 AD plants in the UK, producing green energy for millions of UK households and businesses.

Is AD good for the environment?

 

Yes. It helps divert waste from being sent to landfill or incineration, and the process produces renewable energy as well as a nutrient-rich by-product called bio-fertiliser which can be used by farmers as an alternative to energy-intensive fertilisers. To find out how AD can help the climate emergency click here.

 

 

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The Proposal

Plans have been submitted for the development of an anaerobic digestion (AD) plant, Castle Eaton Biogas. If approved, the plant will have the capacity to deliver approximately 600 cubic metres of green biomethane per hour directly into the national gas grid, using locally sourced organic produce and agricultural residuals.

This project will play a vital role in supporting the UK government’s commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.

Anaerobic digestion is a natural process where organic materials are broken down by microorganisms in the absence of oxygen, producing biomethane – a clean, renewable alternative to fossil fuel natural gas.

With the pressing need to reduce fossil fuel reliance and greenhouse gas emissions, Castle Eaton Biogas will make a significant contribution to the transition towards a greener energy system. By processing locally sourced organic produce and agricultural residuals, the plant will enhance energy sustainability while promoting a circular economy in the region.

Delivering renewable biomethane to the grid, Castle Eaton Biogas will replace non-renewable fossil fuels, helping to reduce carbon emissions, support energy security, and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

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Considering your comments

The team at Biomethane Castle Eaton appreciates that there have been some concerns surrounding the possible construction and operations of the plant from the local community.

Please complete the contact form if you have any comments.

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