The Madrid City Council's commitment to shut down the Valdemingómez incinerator by 2035 is at risk as new contracts extend its operation to 2040, causing concern among local residents.
The plan to close the Valdemingómez incinerator, a longtime demand from residents of southeast Madrid, has faced significant changes over time as the Madrid City Council modifies its commitments. Just over a year ago, Urbanism and Environment Delegate Borja Carabante reassured the public that the incinerator would close by 2035, contingent on a 10% reduction in landfill waste. This promise raised hopes among community members who have long criticized the environmental impact of the facility.
However, recent developments have undermined these assurances. In December, Carabante tempered the closure timeline, stating that the incinerator would remain operational until
