Living in Denmark, being sustainable is in everybody’s DNA. While the rest of the world is still fighting to get rid of garbage, the Scandinavians are importing them from other countries to produce energy for everyday consumption! Here I learned how to classify garbage, riding bike to commute and volunteer in my spare time. Now I am thrilled to receive another waste to energy plant, which located in the center of the city. It is more like a state-of- art architecture than just a power plant! Amager Bakke, opening in 2017 could be the most beautiful waste-to-energy plant ever!

The waste-to-energy plant as a tourist attraction

It is unlikely a waste-to energy plant linked to being a tourist attraction. However, this is set to change when Amager Bakke, ready for operation in 2017. By then, Copenhageners will witness a waste-to-energy plant that is not only one of the best performing European plants in terms of energy efficiency, waste treatment capacity, and environmental consideration, but also in terms of state of art design and community acceptance.



It is a multi-purpose plant that is already catching the eyes of the world because of its bold,visually appealing architecture. The plant provides energy and waste treatment, and will be an architectural landmark and a leisure facility. Once open, ski enthusiasts will be able to zip down the roof of a building, family can picnic alongside without worrying about the final product coming out from the plant. The harmony of the environment and the plant has given the plant advantage of being accepted by the neighbours, whereas the others are normally seen as a threat to the living environment. Many Copenhageners believe this plant will be a showcase for Danish environmental technology.



* A power plant, as well as a leisure spot for local residents



A Transparent project for fresh air

“The plant sets itself apart in terms of environmental considerations, energy production, and its working environment. It is also located near the airport and just five kilometres from Copenhagen’s Town Hall Square, so we’re not just talking about an industrial installation, but a landmark of the Danish capital, as well. Flocks of people who would otherwise never take an interest in a waste-to-energy plant will stop by to have a look,” comments the Project Manager, who is looking forward to working with B&W Vølund.

This plant is designed to utilized more than 100% of the fuel’s energy content, has a 28% electrical efficiency rate, reduces sulphur emissions by 99.5%. When local residents come to spend their free time or try out the new ski slope, they will be able to breathe freely without worrying about inhaling harmful fumes from the fully operational plant. Additionally, Amager Bakke, has the capacity of treating 400,000 tons of waste annually. The plant will supply electricity to a minimum of 50,000 households and district heating to 120,000 households.



A glance of the supreme environmental solution

Although there is still one year to go, a quick preview is already available on YouTube! Click and enjoy:

A new Copenhagener can learn how to recycle via: http://www.scandinaviastandard.com/trash-talk-how-to-recycle-in-copenhagen/

Newly arrived in Norway, learn the recycling rules: http://inspiringtravellers.com/recycling-norway/

A useful guide if you want to be green in Sweden: https://www.sssb.se/en/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/latt-att-sortera-ratt-eng_110124.pdf

More special facts about Sweden: http://unfoldscandinavia.tumblr.com/post/138475440357/specialfactsaboutsweden

Source: http://www.volund.dk/News/2014/01/Newsletter/Amager_Bakke; https://youtu.be/CHE0IZc8BtA; http://www.scandinaviastandard.com/