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Sleaford Renewable Energy Plant is a straw-fired power station that is planned for Lincolnshire. The project combines the environmental benefits of renewable power generation with more local economic benefits that will put Sleaford at the heart of a new market for the supply of straw.
The project has significant national and regional benefits, as summarised below:
- 40MW renewable energy in base load operation
- Output equivalent to 65,000 homes
- 250,000 tonnes CO2 saved per year
- Local straw contracts c.£6m p.a.
- 30 jobs in operation; 50 in fuel supply
- Ash is recycled for fertiliser
North Kesteven District Council resolved to grant planning permission to the project on 4 November 2008. Eco2 looks forward to forging lasting partnerships with the local community and following through on our commitment to ensure that Sleaford Renewable Energy Plant is at the heart of a new, vibrant chapter in the economy of this historic market town.
Further information is available here
Latest News
15/06/2011
Click here to view the latest EcoNews containing information about plant construction and community benefits.
19/10/2011
In the recent EcoNews we mentioned that the road improvements to the A17 on-slip and bridge at Kirkby-la-Thorpe will commence in the Autumn. We are pleased to announce that these upgrades have now begun and would like to apologise for any inconvenience this may cause but once complete, they will lead to a safer junction for all road users.
