20Sep2019

ASEAN-Canadian Mission to Eco Waste Solutions

September 20, 2019 Sarah W 73

Eco Waste was pleased to host a delegation of 28 government and environmental business leaders from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Vietnam as part of the Canadian Trade Commission’s efforts to foster trade and investment and commercial engagement of ASEAN countries with Canada.

ASEAN nations are already facing the challenges of climate change and marine litter (particularly ocean plastics). With a combined population of 625 million people, waste generation rates in ASEAN countries are increasing, while land and other resources are limited. This is driving cleantech-based national strategies for waste management.

ASEAN countries are interested in Eco Waste’s thermal conversion technologies because they are community-size solutions to consume waste, provide energy and meet global emission standards.

We look forward to continuing to build relationships with our ASEAN colleagues when we attend the Cleantech Forum in Singapore in October!

18Mar2019

Global Summit on Waste to Energy, New Delhi

March 18, 2019 Sarah W 91

Toward sustainable waste management in India

It was a great pleasure to be a part of the GSWE (Global Summit on Waste Management & Waste to Energy) panel session on the “Quest for Clean Energy From Waste” chaired by Dr Raghu Pillai, founder of ELITA and Managing Director of REWS (India).

The GSWE event was designed to bring together the leading thinkers in international waste-to-energy and sustainable development with technology providers, industrial end users and financiers. It’s only when these groups work in concert and share their best ideas that we can move forward with more innovative waste management solutions.

Our president, Jean Lucas, spoke about the need for community-level waste-to-energy technology, which is particularly relevant in many parts of India where transporting waste for long distances simply isn’t feasible. Allowing communities to take control of their own, local waste management challenges often provides more flexibility, faster deployment, and less capital cost than trying to get a large-scale WTE plant built.

Some of the other panel participants:

Palaniappan P, Senior VP, Mahindra Waste to Energy Solutions Ltd
Insight into a sustainable path leading to energy independence.

Amit Kumar, DGM Operations at NTPC Limited
On the way forward for converting agro residue and municipal solid waste into valuable resources such as electricity, bio-CNG and fertilizer.

We also wanted to thank everyone at the event – especially the engineers who helped us fix our exhibit! – for being so kind and welcoming. It was the first time we’d participated in a major WTE event in New Delhi and we can’t wait to return!

12Apr2018

Eco Waste at World W2E Summit in London

April 12, 2018 Sarah W 80

We’re excited to announce that Eco Waste Solutions is a Silver Partner of the World Waste to Energy and Resources Summit in London in May 2018. This event brings together leaders in WTE, EFW and circular economy to connect and discuss the technology, challenges and developments in waste to energy on a global scale.

We’re also pleased to announce that Eco Waste Solutions President, Jean Lucas, will be a panelist in the “Understanding the Benefits of Choosing Advanced Conversion Technologies” session.

This is going to be a great event – check out the agenda here.

03Apr2018

Eco Waste Solutions part of the Ontario Environment Mission to China

April 3, 2018 Sarah W 69

Looking forward to Shanghai and Wuxi City

This week, we’ll be in Shanghai at the IE Expo China Environmental Technology Conference as part of the Ontario government’s mission to China. The Ontario Ministry of International Trade, Export Services Branch, assists international buyers in establishing partnerships with Ontario companies. China’s ongoing focus on finding cutting-edge environmental technologies made us a natural partner for this mission.

During our trip – at the conference in Shanghai and Wuxi and then in Beijing – we’re looking forward to meeting with business leaders about waste management technology, and how we can work with strategic partners in China to develop energy-from-waste projects.

Eco Waste: By the numbers, in English and Mandarin

16Feb2018

ESTCP announces 2018 New Start Project Selections, including Eco Waste Solutions

February 16, 2018 Sarah W 73

US Department of Defense Environmental Technology Demonstration & Validation Program (ESTCP) announces Eco Waste Solutions project

BURLINGTON, ONTARIO, February 9, 2018: The US Department of Defense’s Environmental Research Programs has announced that Eco Waste Solutions has been approved to move forward with its Deployable Waste-to-Energy Convertor for Expeditionary Bases (DWECX) with Thermal Energy to Electrical Power System (TEEPS); a project in collaboration with Ethosgen and their teammate Rockwell Collins. Ethosgen will provide project management and system engineering while Rockwell Collins will provide detailed design and hardware for the integrated TEEPS.

“We’ve known for a long time that one of the major environmental challenges facing the Department of Defense is dealing with solid waste on expeditionary bases,” says Jean Lucas, President of Eco Waste. “Military installations often use open burn pits, which pose significant risks to the health of military troops, local populace, and the environment. Our containerized waste systems can solve this problem, as they are easily deployable, operate in extreme climates, and don’t create airborne health hazards. The ESTCP project gives us an opportunity to take this further and demonstrate a practical approach to small-scale power generation from waste.”

“This is a tremendous opportunity for the US military to position itself on the cutting edge of waste-to-energy technology,” says James Abrams, founder and President of EthosGen. “Successful small-scale waste-to-energy simply hasn’t been done like this before, and it could transform the way all expeditionary forces deal with waste.”

The ESTCP’s goal is to identify and demonstrate the most promising innovative and cost-effective technologies and methods that address the DoD’s high-priority environmental requirements. To ensure that demonstrated technologies have real impact, ESTCP collaborates with end-users and regulators throughout the process of development and execution. Demonstration results are subject to rigorous technical reviews to ensure that conclusions are well-supported by data.

The DOD has committed to addressing burn pit issues and meeting its operational energy objectives, but solutions need to meet requirements for mobility, simplicity and efficiency. Eco Waste’s partnership with EthosGen solves these challenges.

“Our containerized waste systems have been used on military bases around the world for more than 10 years,” notes Lucas, recognized for her work on small-scale waste-to-energy. “However, the challenge has been finding an appropriate energy recovery technology to integrate with them. Our Deployable Waste-to-Energy Converter for Expeditionary Bases (DWECX) with Thermal Energy to Electrical Power System (TEEPS) can do both – while still maintaining a footprint no larger than the 20-foot ISO container required by expeditionary forces.”

About Eco Waste Solutions

Eco Waste Solutions (EWS) is a world leader in delivering modular thermal waste conversion solutions for military, industry and communities. EWS delivers proven, bankable, waste management and energy-from-waste technologies. With clients as varied as Canadian Department of National Defence, the Swedish Armed Forces, and mining companies with projects all over the world, EWS continues to set the standard for waste management technology in North America and worldwide. www.ecosolutions.com

About EthosGen

EthosGen has established itself as an emerging global leader in deploying modular utility-grade systems to meet onsite electrical power and heating/cooling needs. EthosGen offers scalable, flexible, packaged mechanical systems that convert heat from otherwise wasted sources such as waste streams, industrial processes, or geothermal heat to produce valuable energy at double-digit efficiencies. EthosGen contributes to our clean energy future through its packaged solutions that are within reach of nearly anyone, anywhere. www.ethosgen.com

About Rockwell Collins

Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a leader in aviation and high-integrity solutions for commercial and military customers around the world. Every day we help pilots safely and reliably navigate to the far corners of the earth; keep warfighters aware and informed in battle; deliver millions of messages for airlines and airports; and help passengers stay connected and comfortable throughout their journey. As experts in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, cabin interiors, information management, mission communications, and simulation and training, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and services that can transform our customers’ futures. www.rockwellcollins.com

Media requiring more information and technical specifications for more detailed background, please contact:

Sarah Welstead

416.809.7829

sarah@stayawake.tv

17Oct2017

Eco Waste at the AUSA 2017 Conference

October 17, 2017 Sarah W 74

Earlier this month, we attended the 2017 AUSA Annual Meeting & Expo in Washington, DC. It’s always a great opportunity to learn about some of the most cutting edge equipment and technology from around the world.

This year, we were especially pleased to be sharing expo space with Brazonics/Rockwell Collins, which specializes in the manufacture of aluminum brazed assemblies including enclosures, chassis, coldplates and heat exchangers for defense, aerospace and commercial industrial markets, and with EthosGen, which turns waste heat into electrical power and cooling capacity. Our businesses aren’t the same, but we’re all trying to achieve the same thing, which is to transform what’s usually called ‘waste’ into useful energy.

It was good to reconnect with some familiar faces at the conference, as well as to meet some new colleagues – we look forward to seeing you again next year!

07Nov2015

Eco Waste Solutions: Defense Energy Technology Challenge Finalist 2014

November 7, 2015 Sarah W 93

Deployable Waste to Energy Conversion technology to be presented at the 2014 Defense Energy Summit

November 7, 2014 BURLINGTON, Ontario – Eco Waste Solutions (EWS), a manufacturer of thermal waste conversion and energy recovery technologies, is pleased to announce that it was selected once again as a finalist in the Defense Energy Technology Challenge (DETC) , for their novel approach to small-scale waste disposal with energy recovery.

The EWS technology was selected from over 300 entries to be presented at the Defense Energy Summit in Austin, Texas on November 11, 2014.

The DWEC (Deployable Waste to Energy Conversion) System is a containerized waste disposal system designed for expeditionary military bases. The DWEC has the advantages of being smaller, lighter, and more fuel efficient and is coupled with a simple and practical energy recovery system.

“The product that EWS is offering to the defense industry represents the kind of innovations that EWS is bringing to the broader waste-to-energy market”, said Eco Waste Solutions’ President, Steve Meldrum “Our energy technologies build on our well-proven waste disposal technology with a 20 year track record. This means our customers can realize the benefits now, instead of waiting years to get the bugs worked out of one of the pre-commercial technology platforms that also on the market”.

Eco Waste Solutions technologies have been adopted by a number of industries as a trusted means of disposing of waste in a safe, sustainable, environmentally responsible way. Recent expansion of the EWS product line includes larger capacity systems and a broader range of energy recovery options.

Eco Waste Solutions (EWS) is an award-winning, privately-held Canadian environmental technology company that custom engineers and manufactures proven, advanced thermal treatment technologies for solid and liquid waste. Since 1994 we have demonstrated leadership in design-quality, environmental integrity and excellent customer service. Unlike many emerging technologies still in development, the EWS systems are commercialized and proven to process waste reliably. Our technological innovations include 4G controls, containerized mobile incinerators and scalable, modular systems that can offer heat recovery in the form of hot water, steam and Energy-From-Waste. www.ecosolutions.com

For more information please contact:

Mr. Steve Meldrum

President & CEO

Eco Waste Solutions

(905) 634-7022

info@ecosolutions.com

30Oct2015

Virgin Islands shortlists Eco Waste for waste management project

October 30, 2015 Sarah W 72

The Waste Management Authority announced today that six (6) Developers were short listed for the VIWMA Integrated Waste management Project. A total of 12 firms responded to the VIWMA Request for Qualifications (RFQ) issued on August 14, 2015. After careful review and evaluation of the qualifications packages by a team comprised of VIWMA staff, six (6) private developer teams were selected to participate in the next step of the procurement process.

VIWMA is soliciting the private sector development of an Integrated Waste Management Project using the waste streams currently available and regulated by the VIWMA on the islands of St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix.

The shortlisted developers will now participate in a Request for Proposals (RFP) process to compete to finance, plan, design, permit, construct, own, operate and maintain the most cost effective waste management facility which may include production of energy, fuel, recycled materials, and/or other products. The RFP, with the assistance of GBB, was issued October 9, and detailed proposals are due January 8, 2016. At this time, the ensuing Service Contract is anticipated to include a twenty (20) operating year term.

Selected Developers are:

ATSI
Caribbean W2E Conversion USVI, Inc.
Concord Blue
Eco Waste Solutions (EWS)
Oasis Construction Services
V Energy Group

The two landfills operated by the VIWMA are scheduled to be closed soon and this procurement process will engage a private developer to form a public-private partnership to help the VIWMA transition from a landfill dependent system to one that is integrated to address all of the waste management needs of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The Authority looks forward to receiving and evaluating proposals that will help reduce the costs of waste management and increase sustainable materials management activities.

09Sep2014

Eco Waste Solutions named Defense Energy Technology Challenge Finalist

September 9, 2014 Sarah W 87

Deployable Waste to Energy Conversion technology to be presented at the Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit

September 9, 2014 BURLINGTON, Ontario – Eco Waste Solutions (EWS), a manufacturer of thermal waste conversion and energy recovery technologies, is pleased to announce that it was selected as a finalist in the Defense Energy Technology Challenge (DETC).

The Clean Technology and Sustainable Industries Organization (CTSI) selected the top 14 technologies, from over 200 entries, for presentation at the Summit. Each submission was reviewed in several areas including solution fit, strengths of technology, challenges of implementation/adoption, positioning guidance, and strength of potential collaboration opportunities.

Challenge awardees will present their energy technologies to a high-level panel of military and defense energy leadership during the Pacific Defense Energy Summit on Sept. 15-17 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Energy security and independence are critical to America’s national security and are two goals at the heart of the U.S. Military’s investment in clean energy technologies.

The DETC program is co-located with the Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and the Asia Pacific Resilience Innovation Summit, convening global leadership across the resilience pillars of energy, agriculture, water and security.

Jean Lucas, Eco Waste Solutions’ Executive Vice President of Business Development, will be presenting the company’s DWEC (Deployable Waste to Energy Conversion) System. The containerized waste disposal system is designed with the goal of being smaller, lighter, and more fuel efficient than options currently available, as well as producing a net energy benefit for expeditionary military bases.