Tadweer (Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change.
This strategic partnership is focused on upgrading solid waste management in Uzbekistan through the introduction of cutting-edge, eco-friendly technologies and services.
The highlight of this collaboration is the planned establishment of a state-of-the-art Waste-to-Energy plant.
This initiative underscores the commitment of both parties to advancing sustainability in Uzbekistan, a key player in Central Asia’s ecological landscape.
The MoU signing was complemented by a high-level bilateral meeting between Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Tadweer’s Managing Director and CEO, Eng. Ali Al Dhaheri. The talks centered on Tadweer’s deployment of innovative technological solutions in Uzbekistan, aiming to seamlessly integrate sustainable practices and enhance clean energy production.
Expressing his views on this landmark agreement, Eng. Ali Al Dhaheri remarked, “Our commitment to innovation and eco-friendly solutions is exemplified by the introduction of a state-of-the-art Waste-to-Energy plant in Uzbekistan. This agreement is a testament to our shared dedication to a greener future and reinforces the strong economic ties between our two nations. We are eager to promote environmentally sustainable practices on a global scale.”
Echoing these sentiments, Aziz Abduhakimov, Minister of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change, emphasized the importance of improving waste management in Uzbekistan. “The Memorandum with Tadweer marks a significant step forward. Our collaboration aims to develop waste recycling infrastructure, enhance solid household waste management, and improve electricity production from landfill gas. This partnership promises to be fruitful in all aspects,” he stated.
The collaboration will kick off with a comprehensive feasibility study in Uzbekistan’s Navoi, Bukhara regions, and the Ferghana Valley, focusing on current waste management practices. The findings will inform the next phase of implementation, which includes developing a robust waste collection and removal system, and establishing facilities for sorting, processing, and disposing of household waste.
This joint effort will also explore the potential for landfill gas extraction for electricity and heat generation. Additionally, plans include setting up sorting lines in waste factories and establishing plants to process secondary raw materials like plastics, paper, glass, and aluminium.
Research underscores the importance of proactive waste and resource management in reducing global greenhouse gas emissions by 15 to 20 percent, promising significant environmental and economic benefits. This collaboration between Tadweer and the Uzbekistan Ministry is a step forward in realizing these advantages on a global scale.
