Experimental plasma generator offers path forward for better use of landfill gas as energy
Tuesday, November 6, 2018 - 15:00
in Physics & Chemistry
Methane gas released from landfills has long been a topic of interest for alternative energy. One issue, however, is that landfill gases contain numerous contaminants, such as volatile methyl siloxanes, whose silica deposits put extra wear and tear on the natural gas generators when they combust. One group has demonstrated a promising new application of plasma technology capable of removing such compounds.