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What is the potential energy (in Btu/lb) that could be recovered from the incineration of this waste? % of MSW Moisture content Dry weight

 

What is the potential energy (in Btu/lb) that could be recovered from the incineration of this waste? % of MSW Moisture content Dry weight f(fraction by weight (% by weight) Component Food waste 18 Yard waste 13 Mixed paper 30 Wood Plastics Glass Ferrous 10 14 6 70 60 6 20 2 2 HV (% by weight) dry weight) (Btu/b) 5.4 5.2 28.2 8.0 13.7 5.9 8.7 ? 0.069 0.375 0.107 0.183 0.078 0.116 2,000 2,800 7,200 8,000 14.000 60 300

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