Landfill gas - a viable energy source

Conference · Fri Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1982 · Trans. Am. Assoc. Cost Eng.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5582872

Bracy, M D; DeVore, C L

The anaerobic decomposition of organic landfill refuse produces a landfill gas (LFG) that is about 50% methane with a heating value half that of natural gas. Projects to tap LFG for direct combustion, to generate electricity, or to produce natural gas or methanol fuel should have several environmental benefits. 1 figure, 1 table. (DCK)

• Research Organization: Los Angeles Dept. of Water and Power, CA
• OSTI ID: 5582872
• Report Number(s): CONF-8306123-
• Journal Information: Trans. Am. Assoc. Cost Eng.; (United States), Journal Name: Trans. Am. Assoc. Cost Eng.; (United States); ISSN AACTA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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