With the expansion to three incineration lines, the facility can now process up to one million tonnes of waste per year, generating sustainable electricity and district heating for the Magdeburg region. Thermal treatment produces up to 20 times less CO₂ than landfill disposal – a key contribution to climate protection and the energy transition.
In addition to its environmental benefits, Block 3 also provides economic momentum: with an investment of around 220 million euros, 40 new jobs have been created, strengthening the local economy and securing the region’s long-term energy supply.
Further information on the expansion of the MHKW Rothensee (in German only)
A look behind the scenes on Open Day
The very next day, numerous visitors took the opportunity to get a close-up look at the new plant components during the Open Day. Guests were given exclusive insights into the thermal waste treatment facility and learned more about the innovative processes that make Block 3 so unique.