Wheelabrator Lisbon
The Wheelabrator Lisbon waste-to-energy facility provides dependable, environmentally safe disposal of up to 500 tons daily of everyday household and business waste, using it as a fuel to generate as much as 15 MW of clean, renewable electricity for sale to the local utility. This local-energy ecosystem turns local waste into local power to supply the electrical needs of the equivalent of 9,419 Connecticut homes as well as its own operations.
Wheelabrator Lisbon has a strong commitment and track record supporting a safe and healthy environment for our neighbors to enjoy for years to come.The facility partners with Lisbon Central School to build environmental awareness among middle school students. In addition, the facility engages with the town, supporting the local fire department and sponsoring its annual golf tournament and sponsoring the annual Lisbon Fall Festival, a key event for residents and community leaders, as well as supporting the Science Screen Report STEM education package for the local school system.
“For Wheelabrator to give us the resources to take on environmental problems in our community, it’s so unique. It’s life-changing for our kids.”
- Stephen Brown, Teacher, Lisbon Central School
Waste Processing
Municipal Solid Waste
- Community Waste
Commercial Waste
- Business Waste
Special Waste
Commercial Waste
- Business Waste