Abstract

Municipal solid waste (MSW) typically consists of 30-50%, by weight, of paper. If the MSW is converted to refuse derived fuel (RDF), the noncombustible portions, such as metals and glass, are removed. At this stage the RDF is comprised of up to 80% paper. The RDF can be powderized for use with conventional fossil fuels. In the powderized form, it can be mixed with oil to form a slurry, reducing the amount of oil used for combustion.

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