Bergen, Norway, is once again making headlines — this time in The Washington Post, which spotlights the city’s groundbreaking approach to urban waste management. The article highlights how Bergen has transitioned from conventional waste trucks and bins to a fully automated underground waste collection system developed by Envac.
In May, Nicolás Rivero, Climate Solutions reporter at The Washington Post, visited Bergen to experience the system up close. Hosted by Envac and local waste authority BIR, Rivero explored how the city’s bold move is reducing emissions, improving city life, and setting a new standard for sustainable infrastructure.
The visit and resulting article emphasise the city’s role as a global leader in smart, sustainable urban development.
With strong collaboration, innovation, and long-term vision, Bergen continues to inspire cities worldwide to rethink waste.
