DNCC plans waste to energy power push
The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) is moving to overhaul its waste management system through the introduction of modern technology, expanded infrastructure, and energy recovery initiatives aimed at improving urban cleanliness and environmental conditions in the capital.
Administrator Md Shafiqul Islam Khan on Friday said the city corporation is taking steps to strengthen waste handling capacity and ensure a cleaner Dhaka through a series of coordinated interventions.
A key component of the plan is the Aminbazar Landfill Expansion and Modernization Project, under which a modern, environment-friendly waste management system will be developed. The project will generate electricity through waste-to-energy conversion, producing up to 42.5 megawatts of power daily by processing around 3,000 tonnes of solid waste.
To improve operational efficiency, the DNCC has initiated procurement of modern compactor trucks, hook-lift trucks and other vehicles to enhance both collection and transportation of waste across the city.
In a move to promote waste segregation at source, the corporation has distributed 500 plastic bins on a pilot basis under its own management. Of these, 250 are green bins and 250 are yellow bins.
Additionally, 50,000 polybags have been distributed, with the initiative planned to continue in phases.
Cleanliness operations are also being strengthened through manpower restructuring, with sanitation workers set to operate in night shifts alongside regular daytime duties across DNCC’s 10 zones.
Md Shafiqul Islam Khan further said that an open tender process is underway in 26 wards to accelerate waste management activities. He also noted that steps are being taken to bring the conventional household waste collection van service under the direct control of the city corporation.
He added that efforts are ongoing to ensure the full and effective utilisation of all vehicles and equipment currently engaged in waste management operations.
On drainage and waterlogging concerns, the DNCC administrator said major drainage channels will be cleaned to reduce water accumulation. Floating waste is also being removed from selected canals, with the aim of ensuring swift drain clearance and keeping key waterways free of debris.
