The requirement for sustainable forms of energy is growing greater with each passing day, so the Shenzhen East Waste-to-Energy Plant is designed to help residents of Shenzhen reduce their impact on the environment. Designed by Schmidt Hammer Lassen, the power plant is scheduled to begin operation in 2020.
The circular plant is designed to have minimal impact on the surrounding environment and limit the amount of excavation required to have it be constructed. Once completed, the Shenzhen East Waste-to-Energy Plant will be capable of transforming a third of the waste produced in the city to energy through incineration.
The top portion of the plant will feature photovoltaic panels that will further contribute to the energy output capable by the plant.
Waste-Powered Energy Plants
The Shenzhen East Waste-to-Energy Plant Will Divert a Third of Waste
Trend Themes
1. Waste-to-energy Plants - A trend towards creating plants that divert waste into energy with minimal impact on the surrounding environment.
2. Renewable Energy - A trend towards creating sustainable energy solutions to reduce human impact on the environment.
3. Smart Energy Management - A trend towards developing technology to optimize the efficiency and output of energy from renewable sources.
Industry Implications
1. Waste Management - Waste management companies and facilities could invest in waste-to-energy technology as a more sustainable and profitable solution.
2. Energy - Energy companies could explore the potential for waste-to-energy technology to supplement traditional energy sources and reduce their carbon footprint.
3. Construction - Construction companies could consider incorporating sustainable building designs, such as circular designs to minimize environmental impact.