alternative energy system Articles
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LCA of innovative technology for energy production from automotive Shredder Residue
Automotive Shredder Residue (ASR) is a problematic waste material remaining after shredding and recovery processes of End of Life Vehicles (ELV). Its heterogeneous grain size and composition make it difficult its recovery or disposal. While ASR accounts for about 20‐25% of the weight of an ELV, the EU's ELV Directive (2000/53/EC) requires that by 2015 a minimum 95% wt. of an end‐of‐life ...
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Reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) generation and energy consumption in wastewater treatment plants
Greenhouse gas (GHG) emission and energy consumption by on-site and off-site sources were estimated in two different wastewater treatment plants that used physical–chemical or biological processes for the removal of contaminants, and an anaerobic digester for sludge treatment. Physical–chemical treatment processes were used in the treatment plant of a locomotive repair factory ...
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How to Recycle Food Processing Waste: Biochar Production
Introduction to Food Processing Waste Food processing waste presents a significant challenge due to its sheer volume and diverse composition, often comprising organic matter, discarded parts, and packaging materials. The quantity of waste generated from food processing operations necessitates a sustainable approach for its management and disposal to mitigate the detrimental environmental impact. ...
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R 22 refrigerant gas is on the way out and nearing end of phase out period
R 22 refrigerant gas, widely used in numerous industrial applications, is being phased out. As the government mandated phase out continues, those facilities that have equipment using this chemical are rushing to impose measures that enable them to meet the requirements of the law. Numerous substances are suspected of causing great harm to our climate, the depletion of the ozone layer and ...
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The future of air conditioning in the UK
Over recent years, air conditioning has become much more common in the UK. Even so, there is still concern about the environmental impact of traditional AC units. There is also the indisputable fact that they are currently very expensive to run. The AC industry is working to address both of these issues by leveraging ongoing technological advancements. The history of air conditioning in the UK ...
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