Cessation of Operation
In 1989, the Hong Kong Government issued a White Paper, Pollution in Hong Kong - A Time to Act. After considering the effects of air pollution on the environment and public health, it decided to cease using incineration to dispose of solid waste. This decision was later suspended and, as of 2008, the Hong Kong Government is considering constructing new incinerators.
In May 1997, Kwai Chung Incineration Plant ceased to operate, the last of Hong Kong's four plants.:
- Lai Chi Kok Incinerator Plant - commissioned 1969 and decommissioned 1991; now part of the expanded container port area
- Kennedy Town Incineration Plant - commissioned 1967 and located next to Island West Transfer Station; decommissioned 1993 and now berthing facility
- Mui Wo Incineration Plant - commissioned 1987 and decommissioned 1994; now site of Silvermine Bay Outdoor Recreation Camp
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