The community's hope hinged on Enviva Biomass's promise of 80 jobs and a clean energy alternative. However, scientific backlash against biomass usage complicates this narrative.
Since opening in 2019, the plant's contributions towards renewable energy have been questioned, as excessive emissions from burning biomass seem to negate environmental benefits.
Opponents argue that the pellet manufacturing process contributes to significant deforestation, undermining claims that it only uses low-quality wood while highlighting its environmental damages.
Residents report air pollution and increased traffic due to the facility, particularly affecting marginalized communities nearby, raising ethical concerns about the project's impact.
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