Waste to Energy

Waste to Energy (WtE) refers to the process of generating energy in the form of electricity or heat from the treatment of waste materials. This process typically involves the combustion of organic materials in waste to produce steam, which drives turbines for electricity generation, or it may involve converting waste into biofuels through biochemical processes. Waste to Energy is seen as a method to reduce the volume of waste that ends up in landfills while simultaneously generating renewable energy. It can help mitigate environmental impacts by reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with waste decomposition in landfills. The approach can include technologies such as incineration, anaerobic digestion, and gasification, each varying in efficiency and the type of energy produced.