Why here?

Tilbury Green Power has selected this site because:

It is well located withing the docks - making it possible for fuel to be delivered by barge or boat, reducing the burden of freight on local roads.
The site lie in an industrial area (previously operated as a glucose and starch manufacturing plant) that has been lying dormant since 2005. This project would regenerate the site, bringing investment and local employment.
The site is well connected to the strategic highway network.
There may be opportunities in the future for a rail link.
Local and regional planning policies support the use of industrial sites such as this for energy generation.
Local and national policies on energy generation support and use of renewable fuels and energy.