Low Calorie Gas Flares for Old Landfills
Managing emissions from ageing landfills is challenging due to low methane levels. Low calorie gas flares use air-mixing technology to ensure consistent combustion, reducing greenhouse gases. Compact and effective, these flares provide a sustainable solution for sites with declining gas production, addressing odour issues and regulatory needs…
Landfill Gas Composition Analysis & Trace Chemical Breakdown
Landfill gas primarily consists of methane and carbon dioxide, but also contains trace volatile organic compounds that pose risks. From environmental monitoring to energy recovery, understanding landfill gas composition is essential. This analysis helps navigate concerns arising from waste decomposition over time and landfill design factors…
Landfill Gas Extraction Well Design – An Introduction
It is important that all landfill gas extraction wells (also known as gas extraction boreholes) are designed carefully in accordance with best practice. In this article we have tried to identify the most important aspect of design. We also recommend the United Kingdom reader to consult the UK Environment Agency Publication, “Guidance on the Management […]
Trace Gases in Landfill Gas from a Typical United Kingdom Municipal Solid Waste Landfill
Trace gases in UK landfill gas include a mix of VOCs, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen, and others. These gases arise from the breakdown of organic waste and microbial actions. Over 500 trace components have been identified, including hydrogen sulfide, vinyl chloride, carbon disulfide, and BTEX compounds…
Gas Monitoring at Landfills – What To Monitor, Collect and Analyse The Data
Got strange smells drifting from your landfill? Worried about gas creeping into nearby homes? Gas monitoring at landfills isn’t just about bad odours. It’s about keeping people safe and meeting tough rules. Every bit of rubbish that breaks down underground releases gases that can explode or harm the environment if nobody’s monitoring what’s happening and […]
Is Your Landfill Site Ready? Assessing When to Install Gas Flares & Landfill EfW Systems
The urgency for compliance with the COP29 methane pledge means waste managers must act immediately. Gas flares are mandatory for low volumes, while EfW systems transform hazards into valuable energy. Install EfW when LFG is significant and steady to secure compliance and profits ahead of deadlines…
Biogas Compression Equipment Safety: Your Essential Checklist
Maintaining biogas compression equipment is crucial for preventing explosions and toxic gas exposure. Key safety measures include using explosion-proof components, routine inspections, and personal protective equipment. Proper practices ensure operational safety and facility integrity, safeguarding personnel and assets from potential hazards. Explore the essential safety checklist to stay protected…
The Loscoe Landfill Gas Explosion: When Weather Turned Deadly at a Derbyshire Landfill
How a sudden drop in atmospheric pressure triggered a catastrophic landfill gas explosion that destroyed a home and changed landfill safety forever On a seemingly ordinary day in March 1986, the residents of Loscoe, a small village in Derbyshire, had no idea they were living above a ticking time bomb. What happened next would become […]
Best Practices in Odour Control Using Landfill Gas Extraction Systems
Landfill gas extraction systems effectively control odour by capturing and treating gases from decomposing waste. Proper system design, strategic well placement, and regular maintenance are crucial for minimizing fugitive emissions and odour complaints, with reductions of up to 85% achievable when these best practices are followed…
UK Landfill Gas Emissions Control
The Stringent EA Controls, Which Limit UK Landfill Gas Emissions to Minimise the Emission of Carbon Dioxide thought to be a Significant Cause of Climate Change The UK waste management industry is required to control landfill gas emissions to a high standard. The Environment Agency (EA) is responsible for regulating landfills and ensuring that all […]
