Solid Waste Management and Greenhouse Gases
Author | : Barry Leonard |
Publisher | : DIANE Publishing |
Total Pages | : 161 |
Release | : 2003-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780756733513 |
ISBN-13 | : 0756733510 |
Rating | : 4/5 (510 Downloads) |
Download or read book Solid Waste Management and Greenhouse Gases written by Barry Leonard and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2003-06 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the 21st century, management of municipal solid waste (MSW) continues to be an important environmental challenge facing the U.S. Climate change is also a serious issue, & the U.S. is embarking on a number of voluntary actions to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs) that can intensify climate change. By presenting material-specific GHG emission factors for various waste management options, this report examines how the two issues -- MSW management & climate change -- are related. The report's findings may be used to support a variety of programs & activities, including voluntary reporting of emission reductions from waste management practices. Charts, tables & graphs.