Waste-to-energy combustion facilities and materials recycling
Chapter 2.0 contains a discussion of Illinois legislation and local ordinances pertaining to recycling programs. Chapter 3.0 discusses the factors that can impact the composition of MSW: source reduction, recycling and composting, markets for recyclables, and packaging technologies. Chapter 4.0 discusses the impact of recycling on WTE conbustors: sizing of WTEs, BTU value of MSW, energy generation, combustion efficiency, maintenance and operation, emissions, and ash generation. Chapter 5.0 discusses the impact of WTE conbustors on recycling in terms of recycling rates, the Illinois Retail Rate law, and flow control and contractual agreements. Chapter 6.0 discusses a case study of the Olmsted Country, Minnesota WTE Facility and Associated community waste reduction programs. Chapter 7.0 discusses a case study of the Robbins Recycling and WTE Facility (under construction in Robbins, Illinois) and associated community recycling programs.
- Research Organization:
- Illinois Univ., Chicago, IL (United States)
- OSTI ID:
- 253897
- Report Number(s):
- PB--96-175435/XAB; OSWM--16
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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