Celebrating a major step forward in clean energy, community revitalization, and Maine’s forest-based economy.
We are thrilled to celebrate a major step forward in advancing clean energy, community revitalization, and Maine’s forest-based economy!
Congratulations to Castlerock Biofuels, the Town of Millinocket, One North, and Our Katahdin for their partnership in siting a new state-of-the-art renewable fuel facility at the One North industrial park, situated at the former Great Northern Paper (GNP) Mill property in Millinocket, Maine.
SME’s Role: SME is proud to provide civil engineering, Brownfields consulting services, and environmental permitting for this transformative project which promises to bring jobs, investment, and new technologies to northern Maine.
The Renewable Fuel Facility: Castlerock Biofuels has chosen One North in Millinocket as the site for a state-of-the-art renewable fuel oil facility. The facility represents a significant advancement in clean energy and community revitalization. Utilizing pyrolysis, an advanced thermal processing technology, the facility will convert renewable logging residue into up to 20 million gallons of Fast Pyrolysis Bio-Oil (FPBO) annually. This innovative process not only supports sustainable energy production but also contributes to the economic growth of the region.
Impact on Community and Economy: The establishment of the facility in Millinocket is expected to have a strong impact on the local community and economic growth of the region. have a profound impact on the local community and economy. Key benefits include:
- Job Creation: The facility will bring new employment opportunities for well-paying jobs to the community contributing to the overall economic health of Millinocket and the surrounding communities.
- Economic Growth: By leveraging renewable resources and advanced technologies, the facility will stimulate economic activity and attract further investment to the area.
- Sustainable Energy: The production of FPBO supports the transition to renewable energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting environmental sustainability.
SME is honored to be part of the technical team supporting this transformational project, and we look forward to the positive impact it will have on northern Maine. The private-public partnership that is bringing this facility to fruition is a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in driving community revitalization and sustainable energy solutions.