Fibrominn
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| Fibrominn | |
|---|---|
| Location | Benson, Minnesota |
| Status | Operational |
| Commission date | October 2007 |
| Owner(s) | Fibrowatt LLC |
| Power station information | |
| Primary fuel | poultry litter |
| Power generation information | |
| Maximum capacity | 55-megawatt |
Fibrominn, located in Benson, Minnesota, is the first power plant in the United States designed to burn poultry litter as its main source of fuel. It is producing 55 megawatts of electric power and burning turkey manure combined with wood chips. Most of the energy is purchased by Xcel Energy. Construction began in 2005 and began operating in 2007, making it the first biomass power plant in the United States[citation needed]. Grand opening ceremonies were held October 12-13, 2007.
[edit] See also
- Fibrominn LLC
- Fibrominn feature page on Benson, Minnesota web site
- Feature article at KSTP Minneapolis/St. Paul
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