EVN is a leading international company providing energy and environmental services, headquartered in Lower Austria. In collaboration with ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG), EVN has been transporting municipal waste to Dürnrohr for thermal utilization on behalf of its partner BAWU, the Lower Austrian Waste Association, for 20 years, establishing itself as a pioneer in sustainability and climate protection.
In 2022 alone, 19,040 containers were filled at eleven transfer stations and transported to the Dürnrohr plant in 6,347 wagons. Since 2004, 3.26 million tonnes of solid and bulky waste have been transported by rail for environmentally friendly thermal recycling—an impressive saving of approximately 30.99 million truck kilometers and 31.6 million kilograms of CO2. The energy generated contributes to powering hundreds of thousands of households each year.
To build on the successful experience of the past 20 years, the groundwork is being laid for a new, innovative version of the ACTS truck. The first prototype was delivered earlier this year and is currently undergoing testing by EVN. The prospects are undoubtedly promising, offering many customers in the waste management industry the opportunity to benefit from this advancement.
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