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New biogas plant in Parley opens to convert food waste into heating for 7,000 homes
Overview
A new £20m biogas plant has opened at Eco Sustainable Solutions' site in Parley, Dorset, turning over 50,000 tonnes of food waste annually into biomethane to heat up to 7,000 homes. The facility also produces a nutrient-rich biofertiliser for agriculture and employs six full-time operators.
Key points
- The £20m biogas facility is located on a 40-acre eco park in Parley, Dorset.
- It can process more than 50,000 tonnes of food waste per year, sourced from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
- The plant creates biomethane that is fed directly into the national gas network, capable of heating up to 7,000 homes.
- In addition to gas, the facility produces a nutrient-rich biofertiliser for use in agriculture.
- Construction on the project began in 2024 following planning permission granted over a decade prior.