WasteServ’s new organic processing plant will more than double the country’s capacity to treat organic waste, further strengthening Malta’s circular economy.

The new facility forms part of a €75 million investment, with an estimated €45 million co‑financed through European Funds. It has been designed to respond to the continued growth in organic waste separation, which reached a record of around 36 million kilogrammes in 2025.

The project was formally launched during a signing ceremony attended by Minister for the Environment Miriam Dalli, Minister for European Funds Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi, and WasteServ CEO Richard Bilocca, marking the start of works on this important national project.

Minister Miriam Dalli stated, “The new facility will be a key piece of Malta’s national waste infrastructure. By significantly increasing processing capacity, the new plant will complement the ongoing waste separation efforts of households and businesses. It will play a central role in strengthening Malta’s circular economy, while also expanding the country’s use of renewable energy.”

Minister Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi said the project represents a very effective use of EU funding where it matters most. “Through this investment, we are investing in a better future and improved environmental health, while at the same time creating a renewable source of clean electricity that benefits both our communities and the environment.”

At full capacity, the new organic processing plant will significantly enhance WasteServ’s ability to treat organic waste, increasing annual processing capacity from around 36,000 to over 74,000 tonnes. This additional capacity will enable more organic waste to be converted into clean energy, with renewable electricity generation rising from 8.5 GWh to up to 20 GWh compared to the existing facility.