Shin Sang-jin, the mayor of Seongnam, emphasized on November 12 the need to create an incineration facility that considers both environmental and citizen benefits.
Mayor Shin is actively pursuing improvements to the aging waste treatment facility and establishing an eco-friendly resource recycling foundation through hands-on governance.
On the afternoon of the same day, he visited the construction site for the replacement of the old incineration plant in Sangdaewon-dong, Jungwon-gu, to assess the progress of the project and safety management. He stated, "The new incineration facility must be environmentally friendly and trustworthy for citizens."
During his visit, Mayor Shin received updates on the construction progress from site officials and toured key construction areas, discussing the direction of the facility's development and future utilization plans.
He reiterated the importance of not merely replacing the old incineration facility but also incorporating advanced incineration technologies to reduce environmental impacts and enhance citizen benefits.
Mayor Shin remarked, "As the technology and standards for incineration facilities have significantly advanced, it is crucial to develop a facility that is both eco-friendly and citizen-friendly," adding that management should ensure residents can trust the facility during its operation.
He also called for a review of ways to efficiently utilize the heat energy generated during the incineration process and the potential for using the existing site.
This approach aims not only to ensure stable waste treatment but also to harness energy generated during waste processing as a valuable local resource, thereby enhancing the value of the existing site.
Mayor Shin expressed particular concern for safety management at the construction site.
He stressed, "Above all, it is important to conduct the construction safely," urging for the safety of workers and thorough construction management.
The project to replace the old incineration plant in Sangdaewon is necessary due to the aging of the existing facility, which has been in operation since 1998 and has a daily processing capacity of 600 tons, aiming to establish a stable waste treatment foundation.
The new incineration facility will be built with a daily capacity of 500 tons, with a total project cost of 196.5 billion won. Construction began in August 2024, with a target completion date set for February 2028.
As of November 10, the project was 44.53% complete, with ongoing work on the excavation and incineration building.
Mayor Shin wrote a calligraphy wishing for safe construction and successful completion, encouraging site officials and workers.
Additionally, Mayor Shin stated, "We will create a safe and clean environmental facility that citizens can trust, reflecting the latest technology to reduce environmental burdens and enhance energy utilization value."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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