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The last remnants of the former coal power plant in Ensdorf, Saarland, have been successfully demolished, marking a significant milestone in the site's redevelopment. This demolition involved the precise use of approximately 300 kilograms of explosives to bring down the nearly 80-meter tall boiler house and a heavy-duty bunker structure. According to a spokesperson from VSE AG, the operation proceeded smoothly and was described as a model demolition.
The power plant, which had been inactive since its closure in 2017, has been undergoing dismantling since early 2023. The buildings were strategically taken down in a controlled manner to facilitate easier dismantling. Surrounding the demolition site, a security perimeter was established, leading to the temporary closure of a section of the A620 highway and a nearby section of the B51 road.
This demolition is part of a broader effort to clear the site, with the notable demolition of the power plant's 120-meter cooling tower occurring in June 2024, along with two chimneys measuring 150 and 180 meters in height. The completion of all demolition activities is anticipated by September of this year.
The Saarland region has a long-standing history with coal, having engaged in coal mining for over 250 years until operations ceased in June 2012. The Ensdorf power plant, constructed by VSE AG in 1961, was a vital source of electricity for decades.
Future plans for the site remain uncertain. In February 2023, US semiconductor manufacturer Wolfspeed announced intentions to establish a large silicon carbide semiconductor factory on part of the former power plant site. However, in October 2024, these plans were postponed indefinitely due to a decline in demand for electric vehicles.
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