Hangzhou, China – October 28, 2024

In a powerful demonstration of international collaboration and commitment to sustainable waste management, the 8th International Training Workshop on Waste-to-Energy has officially opened in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China. This year’s event, co-sponsored by the International Consultant Committee on Waste-to-Energy (ICCWtE) and hosted by Zhejiang University’s Advanced Energy International Joint Research Center, marks a significant milestone in global waste-to-energy (WtE) innovation. With over 60 esteemed attendees, including distinguished scholars, industry leaders, and representatives of the Global Waste-to-Energy Research and Technology Council (WtERT), the opening ceremony set the stage for a groundbreaking program designed to equip developing nations with essential knowledge and technologies to transform waste into sustainable energy.

This year, the workshop received an impressive 150 applications from 33 nations across Asia, Africa and South America, demonstrating the worldwide demand for advanced waste-to-energy solutions. Only 20 elite participants from 15 countries—including Algeria, Cambodia, Egypt, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Morocco, Nigeria, Oman, Peru, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Thailand, and Vietnam—were selected to engage in a rigorous 15-day curriculum. These selected participants bring diverse perspectives and unique regional insights, enriching the collaborative potential of the event.

The workshop’s agenda covers an extensive range of topics critical to modern waste management:

• China’s progressive waste management frameworks and policies
• Advanced waste treatment and pollutant control technologies
• State-of-the-art waste incineration plant design and operational strategies
• Sustainable business models to support and scale WtE initiatives

Participants will also partake in in-depth field studies across China’s most advanced waste-to-energy facilities, providing them with firsthand experience of the country’s cutting-edge technologies and approaches. The program’s practical approach aims to foster enduring partnerships and facilitate the adoption of WtE technologies globally.

China’s commitment to sharing its knowledge and technical acumen extends beyond the workshop, forming part of a broader mission to address global environmental challenges by turning waste into an invaluable resource. By equipping developing nations with state-of-the-art waste-to-energy solutions, China hopes to support these countries in mitigating landfill methane emissions, reducing environmental impact, and generating sustainable energy.

The workshop promises to be a vital catalyst for change, providing participants with the tools and insights to champion waste-to-energy solutions in their home countries. As global waste production continues to escalate, initiatives like this are crucial in building resilient, sustainable waste management infrastructures that contribute to a cleaner, greener world.

For more information on the workshop or to inquire about future participation, please contact the International Consultant Committee on Waste-to-Energy at Zhejiang University: www.iccwte.org