Biogas Power System at Woodstock Wastewater Plant
Official title: County of Oxford - Renewable energy approval
Oxford County wants to install a combined heat and power system at the Woodstock Wastewater Treatment Plant. The system would use biogas already produced on-site to generate electricity and heat, reducing natural gas use. No new buildings or changes to operations are needed.
Why This Matters
Live near the Woodstock wastewater plant? This project could affect your neighbourhood. The good news: it's about using waste gas that's currently being burned off, not adding new pollution sources. It's a small-scale renewable energy project on existing infrastructure.
What Could Change
If approved, Oxford County could install a 250-kilowatt biogas generator at the plant. The facility would use less natural gas and generate its own electricity. A new high-voltage transformer would also be installed.
Key Issues
- Should the renewable energy approval be granted for this biogas facility?
- Are there environmental concerns with the combined heat and power system?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand what's being proposed.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry of Ontario before the deadline. You can also email mark.badali1@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290 for more information.