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Reduction of CH4 and CO2 emissions from waste generation through the use of refuse derived fuel technology

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This research quantifies the emission reductions achieved by utilizing Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) technology at the Tritih Lor landfill in Cilacap City. Over 25 years, the landfill is projected to emit approximately 2,325,788 kg of CH 4 and 8,527,888 kg of CO 2 . Waste processed through Mechanical Biological Treatment (MBT) generates 439,200 kg of CH 4 and 26,352 kg of N 2 O, along with emissions from electricity consumption amounting to 969,074 kg of CO 2 , 19.95 kg of CH 4 , and 10.97 kg of N 2 O. Although this study does not directly compare landfill and MBT emissions, RDF significantly reduces the volume of organic waste entering the landfill, thereby minimizing long-term emissions. Transportation and excavator operations contribute annual emissions of 27,209.46 kg of CO 2 , 1.1016 kg of CH 4 , and 0.22032 kg of N 2 O. Stabilized organic waste from MBT is repurposed as an energy substitute in a cement factory, leading to substantial annual reductions in greenhouse gas emissions: 39,037,412 kg of CO 2 , 6 kg of CH 4 , and 537 kg of N 2 O.

Source: Heliyon

DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2025.e43104

Authors: Deffi Ayu Puspito Sari, Kun Nasython, Diki Surya Irawan, Dessy Fadiilah

Institutions: Bakrie University, Teesside University

Language: English

Topic: Landfill Environmental Impact Studies

Subfield: Waste Management and Disposal

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Climate action, Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,270