Electricity Generating Potential of Selected Landfill/Dumpsites in Rivers State, Nigeria

Abstract:

The aim of this study was to estimate the electricity generating potential of three (3) dumpsites in specified locations of Obio/Akpor LGA of Rivers State, Nigeria using the Columbia Landfill Gas Model Version 1 developed for the United States Environmental Protection Agency Landfill Methane Outreach Programme (LMOP) as well as determine using the LMOP Landfill Gas Energy Benefits Calculator, the environmental/energy benefits of landfill gas to energy projects at the sites. The study involved literature review of waste management practice in the State, selection of study sites, consultation with relevant regulatory bodies in the State, field visits, waste burden quantification as well as data analysis. The findings from the study showed that two dumpsites have the potential to generate 0.5MW whilst the third dumpsite could generate 0.3MW of electricity if a comprehensive landfill gas collection system is installed in year 2015. Landfill gas energy projects of these sizes can provide power for about 500 homes. With rapid population growth in Port-Harcourt City and a corresponding increase in municipal waste generation, it is imperative to develop efficient landfill gas (LFG) to energy projects at landfills and dumpsites. This will not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but improve local air quality, and control environmental pollution. The projects will also provide economic benefits to the community and the energy end user.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volume 824)
• Pages: 409-419
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.824.409
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Chiudo Ehirim, Ogbonna F. Joel
• Keywords: Dumpsite, Electricity, Landfill Gas, Model, Pollution

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