In 2024, the total global municipal waste-to-energy capacity reached a record high of 21.76 gigawatts, representing the highest level observed during the reporting period. This capacity reflects the total potential energy output derived from the treatment of municipal solid waste through combustion or other waste-to-energy processes.
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