Applied Engineering in Agriculture · 1993 · 16 citations · 0 references
AgricultureEnvironmental EngineeringSoil SciencesSoil Organic MatterSolid Waste ManagementWaste ManagementCompost ManagementComposting SystemsMunicipal Solid Waste ManagementOrganic Waste ManagementWaste Management SystemsWaste TreatmentAgricultural Waste UtilizationCompost SanitationCompostingComposting Facility DesignEnvironmental Beneficial UseMunicipal Solid Waste ValorizationOdor Control SystemsOrganic Waste Composting
A conceptual plan for composting of municipal solid waste (MSW) is presented. By an analysis of the organic fraction of MSW, about 45% of MSW is shown to be compostable in competition with other waste management options. A beneficial use model is developed for compost applied to selected agricultural crops. Technology for composting and type of facilities are discussed including land-area requirements, site preparation, odor control, and sanitation of the compost. Advantages of permitting compost facilities based on input materials are outlined. The need for source separation of MSW to reduce heavy metals and other contaminants in compost is demonstrated.