what we do
Discover how our plant generates sustainable energy
it all starts with biomass fuel
Our Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant is designed for efficiency, using locally sourced lowgrade virgin wood as fuel. This includes small roundwood logs from the upper sections of trees and sawmill reject logs that are unsuitable for other uses. The wood is processed into biomass fuel, chipped on-site, and stored in a fuel hall with an approximate 1,600-tonne capacity before being used to generate energy.
heat creates steam which is converted to electricity
The fuel is fed into a moving grate boiler, where it is burned to create superheated steam. This steam powers a steam turbine, converting heat energy into rotational energy, which drives a generator via a gearbox. The generator produces approximately 14MWe of electricity, which is exported to the grid, supplying enough power for 20,000 homes.
supplying heat to the local industry
In addition to electricity, low-pressure steam is supplied through a Steam Raising Heat Exchanger, delivering up to 10MWhth of heat to the nearby Macallan whisky distillery.
maintaining sustainability and air quality standards
The plant operates in accordance with a permit administered by Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) to maintain high standards for sustainability and air quality
Our Community Impact
Explore our projects to see how our dedication extends beyond energy production. We’re committed to strengthening the local economy and promoting sustainable forestry practices.