Key features of the proposed MCP Directive are as follows:
- Scope: 1 to 50 MW rated thermal input (RTI)
- Pollutants measured: Nitrogen oxide (NOx), Sulphur dioxide (SO2) and particulate matter (PM)
- Exclusions include plants whose combustion gases are used for direct heating, drying or other treatment
- Registration, not permitting
- Fixed emission limit values (ELVs)
- Existing plant which do not operate more than 500 hours/year may be exempt from ELV compliance
Feedback on the proposed Directive is required by 14 February. This information will help us to build a stronger argument when asking for changes during the negotiations.
Read the NFU briefing on the proposed MCP directive (login to access)
Please provide feedback to NFU Environment Policy Advisor, Anna Simpson.
A full copy of the proposed Directive can be found on the European Commission website.