Karachi: In order to reduce the impact of climate change, K-Electric and Engro Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for developing a Solid Waste to Energy Plant, a news source reported. As per the publication, the construction of the 50 Megawatts (MWs) plant is expected to cost USD 175 million.
Reportedly, the plant will have the ability to convert Karachi’s municipal solid waste into a renewable and indigenous resource of energy.
The project will help reduce the solid waste in the city by 3,000 tons per day and will also contribute to Karachi’s growing power needs. Official sources stated that the city produces about 12,000 to 15,000 tons of solid waste on a daily basis, which could potentially help produce 200 MWs of electricity.
The authorities concerned will identify the project site by utilizing surveys. In this regar, they will have to keep in mind the availability of solid waste and the suitability of power evacuation from the plant. They will also conduct studies to develop a solid waste supply chain to come up with a mechanism for its collection, sorting, and transportation.
