Hanoi, Sept. 19 -- The Hanoi People's Committee and AMACCAO Group on September 18 inaugurated the Seraphin waste-to-energy plant at the Xuan Son solid waste treatment complex in Tung Thien ward, marking a significant step towards sustainable waste management in the capital.

Hanoi currently generates around 7,600 tonnes of household waste each day, placing immense pressure on infrastructure, the environment, and residents' quality of life. Landfilling has long been the dominant method, but it is outdated and carries significant risks of soil, water, and air pollution. Against this backdrop, the launch of the Seraphin plant is seen as a breakthrough solution.

The facility is capable of treating 2,250 tonnes of waste daily - equivalent to ...