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Will Addis Ababa get 30 percent of its electricity?

The electricity that is generated will supply Addis Ababa with 30 percent of its household electricity needs while meeting European standards on air emissions. The facility, which is the result of a partnership between the Government of Ethiopia and a consortium of international companies, is the first of its kind in Africa.

How much waste will Addis Ababa incinerate a day?

The plant will incinerate 1 400 tons of waste per day. This is about 80 percent of the city’s rubbish. The electricity that is generated will supply Addis Ababa with 30 percent of its household electricity needs while meeting European standards on air emissions.

Does Addis Ababa have a landfill?

For the last fifty years, the Koshe dump site has been the only landfill in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. As the city expanded, the site became part of the urban landscape, attracting hundreds of waste pickers who make their living from salvaged trash.

Will Ethiopia's first energy plant convert trash into electricity?

Ethiopia is building Africa’s first energy plant that will convert trash into electricity. Here’s what you need to know. Waste management – the collection, management and disposal of solid waste – is one of the biggest challenges facing many African countries.

Does Ethiopia's power supply keep up with economic growth?

At the same time, Ethiopia’s power supply is failing to keep up with breakneck economic growth of more than 10% every year. The Reppie plant, which meets EU emissions standards, is designed to solve both problems.