Biomass energy
A key resource for a sustainable future, it transforms organic waste into clean energy, reducing CO2 emissions and promoting the circular economy.
Biomass in numbers
The FRI-EL group operates in the production of electricity from both liquid and solid biomass with two plants and an installed capacity of about 94 MW. These plants represent an important part of the group’s commitment to producing energy from renewable sources.
2
Biomass powerplants
located in Sicily (solid biomass plant) and Campania (liquid biomass plant).
94
MW
Gross installed capacity
Maximize power for a sustainable future and more efficient renewable energy.
722
GWh
Annual gross production
in the renewable energy sector thanks to our biomass plants.
Un impianto a biomassa si integra nel paesaggio agricolo. Le biomasse stoccate in grandi cumuli, come cippato o scarti vegetali, rappresentano una fonte di energia rinnovabile.
Facts
Biomass energy allows the chemical energy contained in organic matter to be converted into electricity or heat through a combustion process. In the plants, solid biomass (such as wood chips, agricultural or forestry waste) or liquid biomass (such as vegetable oils) is burned in boilers. The heat produced generates steam which, through a turbine, drives a generator to produce electricity.
In recent years, the development of techniques such as gasification or anaerobic digestion has further optimized the conversion process, making biomass an increasingly competitive and sustainable energy resource.
Biomass energy projects
With each plant, we bring our vision of sustainability to life, combining cutting-edge technology with care for the local area. Explore how we contribute to creating clean energy and a positive impact for everyone through our projects.
Biomass Plant
Acerra (NA)
The liquid biomass plant located in Acerra (NA) has a maximum installed capacity of 74.8 MW. Designed to maximize efficiency and reliability, the plant produces enough clean energy to meet the needs of over 220,740 families.
Biomass Plant
Enna (EN)
The solid biomass plant located in Enna (EN) has a maximum installed capacity of 18.7 MW. Designed to maximize efficiency and reliability, the plant produces enough clean energy to meet the needs of over 46,670 families.
Our powerplants
Navigate the map and click on the markers to learn more about our Biomass powerplants.
- Biomass Plant
