Recovering energy from waste (EfW) is playing an increasing role in generating ‘low carbon’ energy and will play a vital contribution towards the UK’s target of having 15% of its energy from renewable sources by 2020.
One current issue with waste derived fuel (WDF) is variability of the quality of the product. This can present problems for both the producer and consumer of WDFs, creating uncertainty in a developing market.
The WRAP scheme aims to provide clear classification of WDF properties for use by EfW facilities.
The system classifies the fuel properties of WDF against three main criteria: economic, technical, and environmental. Within each of these criteria there are further three characteristics that will affect the quality of the WDF. Each characteristic is given a classification rating between one and five.
The scheme outlines the BS EN standards for performing the various tests required to classify the WDF and has a worked example.
The classification scheme should help to provide some certainty over the quality of the WDF product and its suitability for use in thermal treatment or other combustion plants.
For more information about the WDF classification scheme, and to read the whole document, visit the WRAP website:
Albion Environmental can provide advice and support about the new WDF classification scheme, assist with sampling requirements and arrange suitable testing schedules with laboratories.
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