Integrated Waste Management System |
University of Padua IMAGE Department |
Many industrialized countries are approaching the problem of waste disposal with a new strategy. The main aim of this strategy is to ensure the minimal environmental impact, saving raw materials by promoting resource recovery and reducing the amount of waste to be disposed. |
Waste management hierarchy |
An Integrated Solid Waste Management System |
Example: the Fusina-Venice Waste Recycling Plant (Italy) |
The Fusina Plant consists of three main plants: • RDF production (capacity: 125.000 t/y) • Incineration plant (capacity: 55.000 t/y) • Composting plant (capacity: 80.000 t/y) |