WWE – More Than Energy

Warszawska Wytwórnia Energii | The Warsaw Energy Plant is not only a facility where mixed municipal waste is converted into heat and electricity. It is also a modern educational space, combining advanced technology with nature through interactive tools, an educational path, a native meadow and beehives. The concept is complemented by a unique panoramic view of Warsaw, creating an inspiring setting for meetings, dialogue and building awareness of sustainable development.

The new name – Warsaw Energy Plant – is there

A new logo has appeared on the building at 2 Zabraniecka Street. Now, anyone passing by will know that this is the Warsaw Energy Plant, where mixed municipal waste is processed in an environmentally friendly manner and used to produce heat and electricity for the residents of Warsaw. This is the new identity of the former ZUSOK (Solid Municipal Waste Treatment Plant), which has been operating at this location since 2001.

CHUSEOK 2025

On the occasion of the Korean holiday Chuseok (6.10.2025), we organized an integration meeting to wish for the safe and successful completion of the project. Chuseok is a time when people in South Korea return to their hometowns to honor the memory of their ancestors and celebrate the end of the harvest season together. It is a moment of reflection, gratitude, and hope for an even better time ahead. Our gathering was an opportunity to experience Korean culture, focus on our shared goals, and strengthen cooperation.

Waste-Powered and Self-Sufficient

The Warsaw Energy Plant will fully meet its own energy needs, with any surplus fed into the city’s networks. A key part of the system is a modern steam-water thermal hub. The heat from steam is transferred via heat exchangers to the heating system. The steam – generated in a boiler by incinerating mixed municipal waste – reaches high parameters. These need to be carefully adjusted to match the operating conditions of the heating network. This is done in two ways: primarily by directing the steam through a steam turbine, and the second method – through pressure-reducing and cooling stations.…

Waste-to-Energy, with Environmental Responsibility

A new Waste-to-Energy facility in Warsaw will convert mixed municipal waste into electricity and heat, supporting the development of a circular economy. One of its key components is an air-cooled condenser (ACC), which releases steam heat into the atmosphere without using water. With 6 fans and heat exchangers, the system ensures efficient and environmentally friendly condensation. No cooling water, no impact on aquatic ecosystems, a step toward a cleaner future.

A functional and friendly space

The works at the Warsaw Energy Plant also extend beyond the site itself and include the reconstruction of the road lane, with the reconstruction of the exits from Zabraniecka Street, the parking lot, the existing bicycle path, the existing sidewalk, as well as the development of green areas. The reconstruction and revitalization covers over 3,000 m², of which 1,400 m² is a public parking area situated between Zabraniecka Street and the WWE fence.

Plant illumination

Thanks to its illumination, the Warsaw Energy Plant is becoming one of the capital’s most striking landmarks. The lighting system uses energy-efficient LED lights in red, green, blue, and white. The technology enables dynamic control of color and intensity, allowing for spectacular lighting effects tailored to special events, holidays, or visual identity themes.

Tuning of technological systems

The Warsaw Energy Plant is currently undergoing a phase of key testing and adjustment of its various technological systems. This is the largest WtE installation and one of the most modern of its kind in Poland. It will play an important role in the waste management system of Warsaw city, contributing to energy production and environmental protection.