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 two biomass assets in Germany. Find out more about our biomass activities by exploring the map below.