Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134074254
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Chapter 23 - Section 23.4 - Renewable Energy - Eye on Earth 23,2 - Page 719: 2

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The energy produced from waste-to-energy plants is generally considered a renewable form of energy. While the waste being burned is not infinite and will eventually deplete, the process utilizes municipal solid waste that would otherwise be disposed of in landfills. As long as there is a continuous supply of waste materials, the energy generation from waste-to-energy plants can be sustained. Additionally, the process helps reduce the volume of waste sent to landfills, thus contributing to waste management and mitigating the environmental impacts associated with traditional waste disposal.

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