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Bio Agrigas Limited is behind the proposal.
Plans have been submitted for a new bio-energy facility in Westmeath.
Local company Bio Agrigas Limited is seeking permission for the development in The Downs in Mullingar.
The application includes plans for two anerobic digestors - which are used to break down organic matter into natural gas - along with accompanying tanks, gas cleaning vessels and an ESB substation.
An environmental impact statement has also been prepared.