Characterization of Municipal Solid Waste in Jalandhar City, Punjab, India
Publication: Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste
Volume 17, Issue 2
Abstract
Characterization of the existing municipal solid waste (MSW) in Jalandhar, India, has been performed to evaluate its suitability for various waste-processing technologies. The predominance of open dumping and the absence of reliable data regarding generation and characterization of waste has created a difficult situation for urban local bodies responsible for managing MSW generated in the city. In this study, MSW samples collected from a city dump site at different times throughout a year were analyzed for physical, chemical, and geotechnical characteristics. Physical characterization of the city waste indicates that MSW is rich in biodegradables and inerts. The waste characterization highlights the importance of waste segregation before sending the waste fractions for different waste-treatment technologies including composting, biomethanation, refuse-derived fuel, and landfilling. Further, physical and geotechnical characterization of the city waste confirms its suitability for applying bioreactor technology. Seasonal variations in waste characteristics have been observed, mainly in organic fraction. Data and information created in this study will be helpful for Municipal Corporation Jalandhar in the planning of an upcoming integrated solid-waste management project in the city.
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Acknowledgments
The authors are grateful to officials from Municipal Corporation Jalandhar for providing data and information as required by the authors. The cooperation and help extended by the workers at the dump site is also acknowledged.
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Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste
Volume 17 • Issue 2 • April 2013
Pages: 97 - 106
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Received: Jan 10, 2012
Accepted: Sep 28, 2012
Published online: Oct 1, 2012
Published in print: Apr 1, 2013
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