Biological Treatment of Solid Waste
| Aerobic biological treatment (Composting) |
Many developed and developing countries practice composting and ... |
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| Anaerobic biological treatment (Anaerobic digestion) |
Many developed and developing countries practice composting and... |
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| Biorefinery |
With the surge in bio-based activities around the globe, a new concept called bio-refining starts to emerge. IEA Bioenergy ... |
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| Combustion of Municipal Solid Waste for District Heat or Electricity |
Municipal solid waste (MSW) refers to the stream of garbage collected through community sanitation services. Such waste can consist of a variety of materials, including both renewable energy... |
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| Gasification of Municipal Solid Waste for Large-Scale Electricity/Heat |
Thermal gasification of municipal solid waste (MSW) is a chemical process that generates a gaseous, fuel-rich product. This product can then be combusted in a boiler, producing steam for power... |
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| Methane Capture at Landfills for Electricity and Heat |
Under the anaerobic (oxygen free) conditions of landfill sites, organic waste is broken down by micro-organisms, leading to the formation of landfill gas (LFG). LFG is a gaseous mixture which... |
