Biomass at Emden
Biomass
Statkraft operates two biomass cogeneration plants in Germany: in Emden and in Landesbergen. Green energy is generated by the thermal recycling of scrap wood.
Wood is a CO₂-neutral, climate-friendly alternative to fossil fuels. During growth, trees absorb CO₂ through photosynthesis, which is then released when burned, creating a balanced carbon cycle.
Emissions from wood combustion are strictly regulated and cleaned, ensuring minimal environmental impact while providing a sustainable energy source.
Biomass in numbers
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2Number of biomass plants
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44 MWInstalled capacity
Biomass energy process
A simplified diagram of the biomass power plants in Emden and Landesbergen:
- Biomass stock – Biomass materials are transported by ship or truck and stored for use as fuel.
- Combustible – The biomass is fed into the combustion chamber.
- Air – Air is supplied to support combustion.
- Steam production – Heat from combustion generates steam.
- Disposal of ashes – Ash residue from combustion is collected and transported for disposal.
- Urea for emissions reduction – Urea is used to reduce emissions and minimize environmental impact.
- Turbine – The steam drives a turbine to generate energy.
- District heating – Excess heat is used for district heating.
- Generator – The turbine powers a generator to produce electricity.
- Transformer – The electricity is converted to the appropriate voltage for distribution.
- Power line – Electricity is transmitted via power lines to consumers.
Emissions cleaning – Exhaust gases are filtered and cleaned to meet environmental regulations.
Find out more about our biomass plants
Statkraft has a biomass asset in Germany. Find out more about our biomass activities by exploring the map below.