Peel Energy announced plans to develop a 20 MW biomass sourced power plant near Manchester, in Trafford. The biomass fuel would most likely come from recycled wood, agricultural and forestry residues and energy crops. The power plant project requires consent from the local authorities, which is why Peel Energy has organized a public consultation about the project.

Some of the benefits from the new project are new jobs (100 during construction, 15 permanent afterwards) and clean electricity for about 37,000 average homes in the area. Additionally, the company is considering supplying excess generated heat to the local industry, businesses and housing in the area.

[source: Peel Energy]