- Permitted capacity
- 120 kt/a
- Incineration lines
- 2
- Commissioned
- 1975
- Energy recovery
- CHP
The KVA Buchs (Aargau), operated by the Gemeindeverband für Kehrichtverwertung im Aargauer Limmattal (GEKAL), has served the greater Limmattal area of Canton Aargau since 1975 with two incineration lines.
The plant generates both electricity and district heat for the surrounding municipalities. Ongoing investment in plant technology continues to ensure high energy recovery efficiency and operational reliability.
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| Feedstock | Municipal and commercial waste |
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