Up with methane

Journal Article · Mon Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1986 · Waste Age; (United States)

OSTI ID:7060230

Barlaz, M A; Milke, M W; Ham, R K

Methane production from municipal refuse represents a rapidly developing source of energy which remains underutilized. Part of the problem is the small amount of methane which is typically collected relative to the refuse's methane generation potential. This study was undertaken to define the parameters which affect the onset of methane production and methane yields in sanitary landfills. Ultimately, we need to develop refuse disposal methods which enhance its methane production potential. Included in the study were tests of how introduction of old refuse, use of sterile cover soil, addition of acetate to refuse, and use of leachate, recycling and neutralization affect methane generation. A more thorough understanding of how the microbes present in refuse react to different variables is the first step in the development of techniques for stimulating methane production in sanitary landfills.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison, Dept. of Civil and Environmental Engineering
• OSTI ID: 7060230
• Journal Information: Waste Age; (United States), Vol. 17:12
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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METHANE
GAS YIELDS
RECOVERY
SANITARY LANDFILLS
DEGASSING
ACETATES
GROUND COVER
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MUNICIPAL WASTES
PH VALUE
RECYCLING
SOILS
WASTE DISPOSAL
ALKANES
CARBOXYLIC ACID SALTS
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HYDROCARBONS
MANAGEMENT
MIXTURES
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
SOLUTIONS
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WASTES
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