Through a combination of co-firing and our intention to develop three 300MW dedicated biomass fired energy plants, Drax will, on current forecasts become responsible for around 15% of the UK’s renewable electricity.

Biomass briefing paper

‘Biomass: the fourth energy source’ sets out the many benefits of electricity generation from biomass and makes four commitments that, with the right policy framework, Drax will deliver.

Download biomass briefing paper

What is biomass?

  • Our renewable energy plants

    Together, Drax and Siemens Project Ventures have announced their intention to jointly develop three dedicated biomass-fired renewable energy plants in the UK.

    Find out more about our renewable energy plants

  • About Drax’s co-firing plans

    Drax is undertaking the largest biomass co-firing project in the world, in which renewable biomass is burnt alongside coal to produce electricity.

    Find out more about Drax’s co-firing plans

  • Reap the renewable benefit, grow crops for Drax

    Drax can guarantee you long-term contracts, a sustainable return and stable, index-linked pricing whilst avoiding the risks of the volatile commodity markets.

    Find out more in our Green Shoots programme

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Interested in renewable energy?

  • Are you a supplier of goods or services that are relevant to our biomass business needs, or interested in employment opportunities?