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Keppel receives In-Principle Approval for Vietnam’s first Waste-To-Energy Plant

Keppel Seghers Engineering Singapore Pte Ltd (Keppel Seghers), the environmental technology division of Keppel Integrated Engineering (KIE), has received in-principle approval for the development of a waste-to-energy (WTE) plant from the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC).

Featuring Keppel Segher’s in-house technology, the proposed plant in HCMC will also be the first WTE plant in Vietnam and the biggest WTE facility in Southeast Asia, outside Singapore. With the capacity to treat 2000 tons of waste per day, the plant will generate more than 20 MW of green energy for HCMC.

The proposed plant will play an integral role in HCMC’s sustainable waste management plans and will enhance living conditions for local communities. The plant will reduce the volume of waste by up to 90% thereby extending the life of existing landfills, freeing up more land for commercial, industrial and residential uses.

Mr Chua Chee Wui, CEO of KIE, said, “Keppel is privileged to support People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City’s progressive vision of building a sustainable, quality environment. The waste-to-energy facility demonstrates the foresight of the People’s Committee of HCMC and its commitment towards efficient and effective resource management and environmental protection.”

With growing global awareness of the need for sustainable development, comes the appreciation of solid waste as a valuable resource for green energy. WTE facilities can support economic development and improve the quality of lives by converting solid waste to green energy.

“Keppel, with its track record and proven technology, is well-positioned to offer innovative solutions to address the increasing environmental needs of communities. We will continue to tap the opportunities to offer both water and thermal waste treatment solutions in this region.” Mr Chua added.

Keppel Seghers will disclose details of the contract when they are finalised.