- The 270M€ contract extends Veolia's management of the Porto waste-to-energy plant for 15 years.
- The plant processes 390,000 tonnes of waste annually, generating 162,045MWh of electricity.
- 90% of the generated electricity is supplied to the public grid, serving 150,000 people.
- Plans include solar photovoltaic and carbon capture to reduce CO₂ emissions by over 90%.
Contract Overview
Veolia has secured a 270M€ contract to manage the Waste-to-Energy Plant in Porto, Portugal, for an additional 15 years. This facility, operated by Veolia for 25 years, will undergo significant upgrades focusing on digitalization, energy efficiency, and decarbonization.
Plant Operations
The plant processes approximately 390,000 tonnes of municipal waste annually, converting it into 162,045MWh of electrical energy. Of this, 90% is fed into the public grid, supplying energy to around 150,000 inhabitants.
Future Initiatives
Key initiatives include the installation of a solar photovoltaic unit for on-site consumption and a carbon capture unit, which could reduce CO₂ emissions by more than 90%. The plant also plans to diversify its energy output, potentially adding thermal energy to its current electrical supply.
Community Impact
LIPOR, representing eight municipalities in the Greater Porto area, aims to establish an energy community. This transition from a regulated to a market tariff is expected to provide economic benefits to the municipalities served by the plant, effectively turning waste into valuable resources.
