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Methane production from landfills: an introduction

Conference · · ACS Symp. Ser.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6488697
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The chemical and microbial factors involved in the decomposition of sanitary landfills are described. The composition of the gas remains relatively constant through the period of peak generation. Methods of gas recovery systems are listed. Currently there are 8 landfill gas recovery systems operating in the US. (DMC)
Research Organization:
Brown and Caldwell Consulting Engineers, Walnut Creek, CA
OSTI ID:
6488697
Report Number(s):
CONF-790415-P8
Conference Information:
Journal Name: ACS Symp. Ser.; (United States) Journal Volume: 144
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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