- Biostoom plant in Beringen supplies steam and electricity from non-recyclable waste.
- Borealis aims to source 50% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.
- The facility reduces Borealis' natural gas use by 40% and carbon emissions by 20%.
- First electricity delivery was in August, and first steam delivery was in October 2020.
Biostoom Plant Overview
The Biostoom waste-to-energy plant, constructed and operated by Bionerga in Beringen, Belgium, has been jointly commissioned by Borealis and Bionerga. This facility processes non-recyclable waste from nearby communities to generate steam and electricity.
Renewable Energy Goals
The long-term agreement between Borealis and Bionerga supports Borealis' objective to source 50% of its total electricity consumption from renewable sources by 2030. The Biostoom plant plays a crucial role in this strategy by reducing the use of natural gas in Borealis' operations.
Operational Impact
The Biostoom facility supplies nearly 100% of the electricity consumed by Borealis' Beringen operations, with 47% of this electricity considered renewable. Additionally, the plant reduces Borealis' natural gas intake by approximately 40%, leading to a 20% reduction in direct and indirect carbon dioxide emissions at the Beringen site.
Timeline
The first electricity delivery from the Biostoom plant occurred in August 2020, followed by the first steam delivery in October 2020. This timeline marks significant milestones in the plant's operational phase.
