Energy From Waste (EFW) Infrastructure Development Consultants
As the increasing demands on landfill and waste disposal continue to weigh heavily on our sustainability goals, the UK has seen significant development in how we dispose of waste.
The focus on a ‘circular economy’ has particular significance for the energy sector, as they seek out new methods to generate usable energy for our communities. Energy from Waste (EFW) looks to unlock a valuable new source of clean energy, as we strive toward our net-zero future.
Pushing the boundaries of energy innovation, Ardent is well placed to support the emerging EFW market, having provided services and advice to leading recycling and waste management organisations and developers, including London’s Cory Riverside Energy Project.
Supporting the Development of Waste to Energy Projects Across the UK
Helping to support the development of EFW projects, Ardent has significant experience managing renewable energy projects throughout their lifecycle and is carried by a comprehensive portfolio of land services and project management, supporting both traditional EFW and cogeneration – Combined heat and power (CHP) projects.
From Land Referencing to DCOs – We Support EfW Developers, Investors and Operators at Every Stage
- Land Referencing
- Survey access
- Land strategy
- Landowner engagement
- Land assembly, negotiations and agreements
- DCO and planning application support
- Plan production
- Compensation and Valuation
- Project Management
Riverside Energy Park
Cory Environmental Holdings Limited (CEHL) instructed Ardent in 2018 to deliver land services to support them in obtaining powers to construct,...
North Lincolnshire Green Energy Park
Solar 21 via North Lincolnshire Green Energy Park Limited (‘NLGEPL’) instructed Ardent in July 2020 to deliver land referencing services to support...
Mallard Pass Solar Farm
Mallard Pass Solar Farm is proposed to be located on agricultural land either side of the East Coast Main Line near Essendine, partly situated in...
FAQs About Energy From Waste
What is an Energy From Waste EfW Facility?
An Energy from Waste (EfW) facility is a plant that treats non-recyclable waste to produce energy, usually in the form of electricity or heat.
Instead of sending waste to landfill, it’s burned or processed using advanced thermal or biological methods to recover energy, helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels.
How to Generate Energy From Waste?
Energy is generated from waste by burning it to create steam that drives turbines, or by breaking it down biologically or chemically to produce gas or oil that can be used as fuel.
The most common method in the UK is incineration with energy recovery.
What Land Ownership Issues Could Delay Your Energy from Waste Project?
In one of the projects we supported; Cory Riverside Energy Park in London. A key issue was that parts of the cable route crossed land outside the adopted highway. To avoid delays, legal rights had to be secured through either freehold acquisition or easements.
Ardent led on land referencing, produced the Book of Reference and Land Plans, and engaged with affected landowners to secure Option Agreements before examination. This reduced objections and helped keep the project moving through the DCO process.
Unresolved land ownership can stall or derail your project. Identifying affected land early and securing rights before submission is essential to avoid costly setbacks.
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High-quality and reliable Land Referencing services that meet the unique land requirements of your project.
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