PRACTICE AND PROSPECTS OF USING SOLID CARBON-CONTAINING WASTE AS FUEL FOR HEAT AND POWER PLANTS

Abstract

With energy and electricity prices rising annually, research into new, cheaper fuels is becoming increasingly important. Unconventional, renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power hold significant promise in this regard. However, due to their climate and geographic location, these sources are not widely applicable in most Russian regions. Traditionally, the primary fuels for thermal power units include coal, fuel oil, and natural gas. However, the economic viability of these fuels is largely determined by the proximity of mineral deposits and the cost of fuel transportation. Under these circumstances, interest in locally produced fuels, particularly low-cost fuels derived from industrial waste, is growing exponentially.