Abu Dhabi Waste Management Centre (Tadweer) has opened an eco-friendly waste treatment complex named ‘Eco Park’ as part of its continued efforts to promote sustainable waste management in Abu Dhabi. Located about 70 km from Abu Dhabi city on Hamim Road, and comprising 27 plots, the complex is spread over an area of 1.8 million square meters. According to Tadweer, it will be a turning point in their plans to contribute to building an integrated ecosystem that supports Abu Dhabi Environment Vision 2030.  

The opening ceremony drew the participation of H.E. Dr Salem Al Kaabi, Director General of Tadweer, Rahul Dua, General Manager of Al Ahlia Waste Treatment, Dr. Khalid Khouri, CEO of Cleanco Waste Treatment as well as senior officials from Tadweer and representatives of Tadweer’s strategic partners from both the government and private sectors.

Following the opening ceremony, the Centre gave a detailed presentation on the complex’s operational model, its objectives, adjacent facilities and the companies that run the plants. Tadweer also outlined its existing and future recycling projects, and highlighted efforts to ensure the safe and eco-friendly disposal of medical and hazardous waste and animal carcass. The complex features dedicated facilities for the treatment of medical and hazardous waste. Set up with an investment of AED100 million, these facilities are operated under the supervision of Al Ahlia Waste Treatment and Cleanco Waste Treatment, and have a capacity of 7,500 tons per year, equivalent to 1560 kg per hour.

Furthermore, an incinerator to treat animal carcass with a capacity of 2,000 kg per hour is also operational under the supervision of Averda. Set up at an investment of AED 10.5 million, and costing AED 0.5 million per year for its operation, the facility caters to the growing needs of farm and ranch waste treatment in Abu Dhabi, as per the statement. Designed to burn farm waste at the temperature of 1200°C, the facility meets the highest standards stipulated by the emirate’s environmental laws and legislations.

On the sidelines of the opening ceremony, Tadweer revealed its plans to set up a wastewater treatment plant to cater to the needs of the complex in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner. In addition, a facility to recycle various types of electronic waste in line with the latest international standards is also in the pipeline.   

H.E. Dr Salem Al Kaabi, Director General of Tadweer, said, “In setting up this complex, Tadweer seeks to support the sustainable development of Abu Dhabi through reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills. In addition to positively reflecting on the government's financial performance, such efforts will help attract more private sector investment to waste management sector and ensure active private sector participation in Abu Dhabi’s efforts to develop a sustainable and integrated waste management system.”

“In comprising several key facilities under its roof, the complex articulates Tadweer’s strategic vision of continually enhancing the efficiency of waste management services provided to the community. It also demonstrates our commitment to building fruitful partnerships with the private sector to improve the experience of our customers through multi-channel service delivery,” Al Kaabi added.