The incineration capacity utilization rate in Shanghai is about 88%.

In 2025, data shows that there are currently 15 waste incineration facilities in Shanghai, with a total daily incineration capacity of 28,000 tons. The daily average incineration of dry garbage is about 18,000 tons. It is worth noting that in addition to processing dry garbage, these incineration facilities also incinerate construction waste sorting residues, remediation waste, etc. The incineration load rate is about 88%, and the overall operation is stable. This means that Shanghai's waste incineration capacity can not only meet current demand but also reserve space for future urban development, debunking the rumor of "not enough garbage to burn."