The site will draw its feedstock from local farms, while also providing some with the byproduct digestate to be used as a fertiliser.
Following feedback received during the pre-application consultation, ENGIE has said it plans to restrict traffic movements through High and Low Catton to ensure the impact on local communities is minimised by the facility.
It is expected that East Riding of Yorkshire Council will make a decision on the plans early in the new year. If approved, work is anticipated to start by summer 2025.
Rob McKeon, head of business development for renewable gases UK at ENGIE, said: “ENGIE is a key player in the UK’s energy transition and is committed to creating a greener tomorrow. Anaerobic digestion is both a sustainable solution for dealing with agricultural wastes and a local supply of renewable gas.
“We’ve worked closely with the local community over the last couple of months to understand the issues that are important to them. The planning application is supported by a range of detailed, technical assessments that show how the facility will be operated with minimal impact on the local area.
“We’ve also had lots of positive conversations about how we can support local causes and give something back to the local community.”
ENGIE said that it hopes that the AD plant will both reduce the amount of greenhouse gases being released from local agriculture and provide a sustainable and consistent income for local farmers.
Additionally, it said it plans to initiate several community projects including a Community Benefit Fund to support local causes and educational visits for local schools and community groups.
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