EVN waste recycling system Dürnrohr: Energy transition after flooding

EVN waste recycling system Dürnrohr: Energy transition after flooding

The Dürnrohr waste recycling system has almost resumed full operation after the flood damage that was recorded in Lower Austria in September. According to a message from the EVN, up to 1,400 tons of waste can now be converted into energy every day.

Although the systems are now running again, there are still challenges to overcome. The waste backlog, which was created by the temporary closure of the system, will take several months. Stefan Zach, the spokesman for the EVN, emphasizes that not only the waste incineration plant, but also large amounts of bulky waste were left through the flood. With the reopening of the system, the relief of the affected communities is to be promoted.

modernized processes for waste recycling

The damage caused by the floods caused the EVN to introduce new processes to process the bulky waste incurred. The installation of a new shredder and bale press facility enables the incoming waste to prepare and interfere with the incoming waste. These measures should help to find flexible solutions for unexpected challenges in the future. Zach said that up to 80,000 tons of waste can be stored on the site if the system has to be shut down again.

With an annual capacity of 500,000 tons, the system is a decisive part of the energy system in Lower Austria. It converts waste into about 210 megawatts of energy that is used to generate electricity. This amount is sufficient to supply 170,000 households with energy. In addition, district heating is provided for the municipality of Zwentendorf and two thirds of St. Pölten.

Another important aspect of the waste recycling system is the so -called "urban mining". In this procedure, valuable raw materials are recovered from the waste. About 25 kilograms of waste metal scrap and 4 kilograms of plaster can be extracted per tonne garbage. The plaster has a high usage value, especially in the construction industry. This not only makes waste recycling an energy source, but also an important factor for the circular economy.

The sustainable logistics of the waste recycling system transport the delivered garbage mainly by train in special containers. This ensures that the processes are designed both ecologically and economically.

For more information on the new developments and the full recovery of the Dürnrohr waste recycling facility, see www.meinbezirk.at .