The new power stations are expected to create more than 1,000 jobs during construction and generate enough energy to power almost two million homes.
The Department of Energy & Climate Change has given its consent to a 108MW multifuel (biomass and energy from waste) power plant in Ferrybridge, Wakefield. 聽This project represents an investment of 拢250m by SSE Generation.
Also approved is Acorn Power Developments鈥� 1500MW combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant in Thorpe Marsh, near Doncaster, costing 拢984m.
Energy minister Charles Hendry said: 鈥淭he energy industry can be a real driver of growth across the country. Some 拢200bn of investment is needed in the energy industry over the coming decade, representing remarkable opportunities for companies in the UK.
鈥淭hese new plants in Yorkshire are a fantastic example of new power stations bringing new jobs. These decisions are a further example of our determination to clear the back-log of planning applications, to stimulate growth and enhance our energy security.鈥�
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