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Coprocessing Waste with Coal

AUTHOR: Robert M. Davidson
DATE: November 1997
PAGES: 44

ABSTRACT:
This report is the second in a series examining the role for coal in generating energy from waste. Ways of using coal, other than combustion, are examined. Wastes can be coprocessed with coal to yield gas and liquid fuels or chemical feedstocks. Specific approaches discussed include:

It is concluded that cogasification could be a viable option, especially if recycling of wastes is mandatory. Coliquefaction, on the other hand, is probably a less attractive route.