Excursion to ZEVO Malešice
The waste-to-energy plant (ZEVO) in Prague’s Malešice district, operated by Pražské služby, a.s., is the largest municipal waste incinerator in the Czech Republic and an important center for the production of heat and electricity from waste. The plant was commissioned in 1997 and has since undergone a number of upgrades, particularly in the areas of flue gas cleaning technology and energy efficiency.
Excursion participants have the opportunity to see the process of converting mixed municipal waste into useful energy. The visit begins with a short film and an introductory lecture, followed by a tour of the plant itself, during which participants will see waste being dumped into a solid municipal waste bunker, crane operators handling and loading it into boilers, the combustion and steam production process, the flue gas cleaning system, the cogeneration unit for electricity and heat production, and the separation of scrap iron – a by-product of combustion. ZEVO Malešice processes municipal waste from Prague and part of the Central Bohemian Region and also supplies heat to thousands of households. The tour thus shows not only how a modern incinerator works, but also its role in sustainable waste management and the city’s energy supply.
Maximum number of participants: 25 people
Visit information:
- Visiting hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
- The group will be accompanied by an expert guide and provided with commentary in Czech.
Sturdy work shoes are recommended. The tour is not suitable for people who suffer from vertigo, as the route includes winding staircases and footbridges with views downwards. Participants will be familiarized with the safety rules; entry is at your own risk. Photography and filming are only permitted with the guide’s consent. - Own transport, arrival no later than 10 minutes in advance.
- Address: Průmyslová 615/32, 108 00 Prague 10 – Malešice
- Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kkN1eR6fVD1uwGpA8
