The Argentine power plant that will generate renewable energy from forest biomass

The search for renewable energy and environmentally friendly practices is an issue on the agenda for several countries of the world and Argentina is no exception. In the locality of Correntina de Gobernador Virasoro, the construction of a Power plant forest biombad that will generate 40 MW energy to power the region.

Sawdust, pine bark and other biodegradable wastes are considered as forest biombad. They are a source of renewable energy based on the use of organic materials as a source of clean energy

Using forest waste for generation of electrical energy avoids outdoor burning, which can generate pollution problems due to the emission of toxic gases. This will also prevent build-up in landfills that produce methane, which has a greenhouse effect potential 21 times higher than carbon dioxide.

The work involved an investment of $ 60 million by the group Fresh (Renewable energy sources, S.A), The project generated 200 direct jobs for the execution of the works and the electro-mechanical badembly. In addition, 500 people from all over the country participated as suppliers.

It is estimated that the work will be completed by mid-2019 and will contribute to the industrial development of the region, will create jobs with a skilled workforce, will help reduce the consumption of fossil fuels and improve the energy supply of the region.