Construction is expected to commence later this month, with the new site increasing Viridor’s fleet to 12 ERFs across the UK.
Once operational, the facility will process up to 350,000 tonnes of residual black bag waste annually, generating renewable energy sufficient to power the equivalent of 93,000 homes.
Leon Brackstone, project lead and senior development manager at Viridor, said: “We are delighted that Thameside ERF has reached financial close and will join the growing Viridor ERF fleet, underpinning our continued ambition to invest in our sustainable energy business.”
Patrick Daws, head of ERF projects, added: “We are proud to begin construction on the Thameside ERF, an exciting new project that will play a vital role in reducing landfill waste and producing renewable energy, while also being a responsible neighbour to the Tilbury community.”
Kanadevia Inova will operate as the Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC), with the two company’s having worked together on a number of previous projects including the recently commissioned Westfield ERF in Fife, Scotland.
Fabio Dinale, executive vice president of business development at Kanadevia Inova, added: “We are thrilled to be a part of the Thameside Energy Recovery Facility project, partnering with Viridor to deliver this vital modern waste treatment infrastructure.
“This project exemplifies our shared commitment to sustainable development by moving more non-recyclable waste away from landfill and avoiding harmful methane emissions. We look forward to bringing our expertise to this project and working closely with Viridor and the Tilbury community to ensure its success.”
Viridor added that it is committed to “fostering community relationships” through its Tilbury Liaison Committee (TLC) which will share regular updates through newsletters and on the Viridor website.
The company added that it plans to extend its We Share community fund to support initiatives and projects that matter most to local residents in the Tilbury area.
Residents can contact the ERF team on info@viridorthameside.co.uk or by calling 01375 806470.
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