On April 29, the Hanoi People's Committee, in coordination with Hanoi Thien Y Environmental Energy Joint Stock Company, held the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of the Soc Son Waste to Energy Plant at the Nam Son Solid Waste Treatment Complex in Trung Gia Commune.

Attending the ceremony were Nguyen Trong Dong, Central Party Committee member and Standing Vice Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, and Nguyen Xuan Luu, Member of the Hanoi Party Committee Standing Board and Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee.

According to Decision No. 775/QD-UBND dated February 13, 2026 issued by the Hanoi People's Committee, the Soc Son Waste to Energy Plant project has been adjusted to be implemented in two phases.

Phase 1 of the plant is already in operation, with a waste treatment capacity of about 5,000 tons per day and a power generation capacity of 90MW.

Phase 2, the expansion phase, will focus on treating 1,600 tons of landfilled waste per day, raising the total power generation capacity of the plant to 135MW, while completing synchronized technical infrastructure and bringing the entire facility into operation in the fourth quarter of 2027.

The project has a total investment of VND12.999 trillion ($539 million), of which the expansion component is about VND5.83 trillion ($221.2 million).

The project addresses four major urban challenges simultaneously by treating long-term landfilled waste, reducing pollution from leachate and emissions, improving environmental quality in the Nam Son area and gradually freeing up landfill areas to return clean land resources to Hanoi.

In addition, the project helps protect water, air and soil through strict pollution control, while converting waste into energy and materials, contributing to the formation of a new value chain from waste.

A turning point in the capital's environmental treatment efforts

Speaking at the ceremony, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Nguyen Xuan Luu said Hanoi is undergoing rapid urbanization and socio-economic development.

Alongside these achievements comes increasing pressure on environmental protection, particularly in handling solid waste.

Transitioning from traditional landfilling to advanced waste-to-energy technology is a necessary and strategic step toward building a capital that is bright, green, clean, beautiful, civilized and modern.

In recent years, the successful operation of the Soc Son Waste-to-Energy Plant has marked a major turning point in Hanoi's environmental management.

The plant has operated effectively, steadily and continuously, significantly reducing the volume of waste requiring landfill disposal, saving land and lowering environmental pollution risks.

"It also contributes electricity to the national power grid. This is an important step in developing a circular and green economy," Luu emphasized.

Since its operation began, the plant has treated nearly 5 million tons of municipal waste for Hanoi and generated nearly 2 billion kWh of electricity.

Currently, the plant processes about 5,000 tons of waste per day, accounting for nearly 70% of Hanoi's daily solid waste.

However, with increasing population pressure and waste volume, Luu noted that Hanoi must continue implementing breakthrough solutions, including handling landfilled waste at the Nam Son complex.

Hanoi also aims to gradually improve environmental conditions, reclaim land for economic development and community use and enhance residents' quality of life.

Determination to fully address environmental challenges and promote sustainable development

According to Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Nguyen Xuan Luu, the expansion project, with a processing capacity of about 1,600 tons per day, focused on landfilled waste, reflects the city's strong commitment to comprehensively addressing environmental challenges in line with sustainable development goals.

"This is not only a waste treatment project but also an environmental restoration project that directly serves the people," he said.

To ensure the project is implemented smoothly, on schedule and with high quality, he urged the investor, contractors and consultants to mobilize maximum resources and complete required procedures promptly.

He also urged all parties to carry out construction in a scientific and safe manner, ensuring quality and progress, strict compliance with environmental protection and labor safety regulations, minimizing impacts on local residents while maintaining stable plant operations.

Relevant departments under the Hanoi People's Committee, especially the Departments of Agriculture and Environment, Construction, Finance, Industry and Trade, and Science and Technology, were asked to proactively coordinate, provide administrative support, and promptly address obstacles during project implementation.

Local Party committees and authorities in Trung Gia Commune were tasked with closely coordinating with the investor, supporting administrative procedures within their authority and ensuring security and order in the project area.

At the same time, local authorities were urged to continue caring for the livelihoods and the wellbeing of residents near the Nam Son complex.

On behalf of the Hanoi leadership, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Nguyen Xuan Luu expressed appreciation for the support and cooperation of residents in Trung Gia Commune.

He expressed hope for continued support to ensure the project is completed and becomes operational soon for the common good.

"With Hanoi's determination, the investor's efforts and public support, I believe the Soc Son Waste to Energy Plant expansion will be completed on schedule and become a model environmental project that improves the quality of life for Hanoi residents," Luu emphasized.