Oxides of Nitrogen: Formation and Control in Resource Recovery Facilities

Abstract

The control of emissions of oxides of nitrogen from resource recovery facilities is becoming an increasingly important consideration in environmental permitting of new facilities. California presently has strict emission standards in place and other states are considering such standards. This paper reviews the theory of solid fuel combustion, and NOx formation and control in the context of solid waste combustion. The paper further discusses available control technology and its application to facilities burning solid waste.

RD & D priorities for energy production and resource conservation from municipal solid waste

“…Several researchers have identified the need for a better understanding of nitrogen oxides (NO, ) formation and control (Donnelly, 1991 ;Russell and Roberts, 1984;Ohlsson, 1989). Some reductions in the formation of NO, are possible through existing technologies, but elimination of NO, from the flue gas stream is not well understood (Russell and Roberts, 1984). A major recommended step is to adopt continuous NO, monitoring (Russell and Roberts, 1984).…”

“…Some reductions in the formation of NO, are possible through existing technologies, but elimination of NO, from the flue gas stream is not well understood (Russell and Roberts, 1984). A major recommended step is to adopt continuous NO, monitoring (Russell and Roberts, 1984). Research is needed to:…”