Table 2.
Technology selection parameters for power generation.
| Technology options | Efficiency (%) | Unit capacity (KWh/tone) | Disposal | Waste type | Output | Operating cost per tone | Capital cost per tone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incineration78 | 25 | 850 | 5% bottom ash | Process homogeneous waste | Energy and heat | $ 60 | $ 775 |
| Pyrolysis37 | 18 | 800 | 0.3% bottom ash | Process homogeneous waste | Energy and syngas | $ 150 | $ 1500 |
| Gasification79 | 30 | 800 | 1% bottom ash | Process heterogeneous waste | Energy and syngas | $ 60 | $ 850 |
| Plasma80 | 10 | 600 | 10% bottom ash | Process homogeneous waste | Energy and syngas | $ 120 | $ 1300 |