Veolia to Eliminate Coal Use by 2029 in Karviná's Multi-Energy Transformation Project

Veolia is transforming the Karviná heating plant into a multi-energy facility to eliminate coal by 2029, serving 50,000 households. The project aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 200,000 tonnes annually, improve air quality, and ensure long-term energy price stability in Karviná and Havířov. This initiative is part of Veolia's broader effort to lead in district heating and achieve a full coal exit in Europe by 2030.

Published Mar 24, 2026

Veolia's Karviná heating plant will transition to a multi-energy model by 2029, eliminating coal use and serving around 50,000 households. The project will utilize a mix of refuse-derived fuel (53.19%), biomass, and natural gas, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions by 200,000 tonnes annually.

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This transformation is part of Veolia's 'New Urban Energy' initiative aimed at achieving a coal exit across Europe by 2030. Phase I has already cut CO2 emissions by 30% and Phase II will replace coal-fired boilers with alternative fuel systems. The project positions Karviná as a model for decarbonizing district heating in Central and Eastern Europe.