Ferrybridge Multifuel 2 Power Station gets go ahead

Permission has been given today to Multifuel Energy Limited to build the Ferrybridge Multifuel 2 Power Station at Knottingley, West Yorkshire.

Energy Minister Lord Bourne approved the development, with construction expected to create 500 job opportunities to the area and 35 permanent positions once in operation.

Lord Bourne said: “This exciting project that will turn waste into energy is a great example of how innovation can help to power our homes and add to our energy mix

“This project will offer secure energy to Britain’s hardworking families and businesses, creating jobs and financial security for working people and boosting the Northern Powerhouse”.

The power station will be able to produce up to 90MWe of electricity by burning fuel derived from refuse and industrial and commercial waste, such as wood, which would have originally ended up in landfill.

It was announced earlier this year that Ferrybridge C Power Station will close in March 2016 with the loss of 400 jobs due to an increase in running costs and new environmental regulations.

Tom Maillet, Director of Engineering and Operations for Multifuel Energy Ltd, said: “We are delighted that the Secretary of State has made the decision to grant planning permission for the Ferrybridge Multifuel 2 project.

“We believe the Multifuel 1 project, which is fully operational, and the Multifuel 2 project can make a positive, low carbon contribution to the UK’s electricity supply and help to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill.”

The development construction is expected to take around three years to complete.

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