Burning rubbish to create energy could end landfills. But some worry where Australia’s new path is leading | Environment

Burning rubbish to create energy could end landfills. But some worry where Australia’s new path is leading | Environment

Australia’s first major waste-to-energy power plant has begun accepting rubbish, marking the start of a contentious nationwide shift towards burning household refuse to generate electricity.At least 10 developments are under way across the country, sparking concern from some conservationists who argue the trend will be environmentally damaging and at odds with plans to develop a circular economy.Local councils have started sending truckloads of garbage to Kwinana Energy Recovery facility,…
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Source: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/sep/29/burning-rubbish-to-create-energy-could-end-landfills-but-some-worry-where-australias-new-path-is-leading