Non-Coal Orphaned Mineral Mines in Virginia
with Biopower Facility Siting Potential
Biomass Resource
Metric Tons/Year Resource Potential
< 50,000
50,000-100,000
100,000-150,000
150,000-250,000
250,000-500,000
> 500,000
Screening Criteria
Cumulative biomass resources of 140,000 metric tons/year or greater within
50 miles (includes residues from: crops; forests; primary and secondary mills;
urban wood waste; and methane emissions from manure management,
landfills, and domestic wastewater treatment)
Distance to electric transmission lines of 10 miles or less
Site size of 50 acres or more
Distance to graded roads of 3 miles or less
Distance to rail lines of 8 miles or less
Excellent
Outstanding
Non-Coal Orphaned Mineral Mines
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This map was developed by SRA International for the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Results are based on site screening criteria
adapted from National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) criteria and G/S data provided by NREL, EPA and the Virginia Department of
Mines, Minerals and Energy. This map and its associated data are intended to provide a general understanding of the renewable energy potential
of orphaned mineral mines in Virginia; additional site specific analysis is required to determine the actual potential of these sites. These sites are
tracked and monitored by state agencies. For further information, please see the accompanying Data Guidelines document at
http://www.epa.gov/renewableenergyland/or contact Gaffney.Kristeen@epa.gov or cleanenergy@epa.gov.
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