The production of municipal solid waste (MSW) represents one of the greatest challenges
currently faced by waste managers all around the world. In Brazil, the situation with regard to …

This review examines the potential of municipal solid waste (MSW) as a renewable energy
source, focusing on recent advances in thermochemical conversion technologies and their …

In Brazil, information related to the physical and chemical characteristics of landfilled
municipal solid waste (MSW) to evaluate their potential uses as a secondary raw material or …

The proper disposal of municipal solid waste (MSW) is a global challenge, mainly in
developing countries. The objective of this paper is to review recent improvements and …

The moisture content of the municipal solid waste (MSW) is a physical characteristic that
plays a fundamental role in the stability and settlement of landfills. However, this physical …

The disposal of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in sanitary landfills produces leachate, whose
composition changes depending on the microbial community and the environmental …

The sanitary landfills in Brazil are, generally, characterized by their high organic material
content (around 60%), presence of different types of mixed wastes, and low compaction …

The main characteristic of Brazilian municipal solid waste (MSW) is the high organic matter
content that can accelerate the biodegradation process. This study aims to analyse the …

The growing demand for space and financial resources to manage current and new
municipal solid waste (MSW) landfills has become a massive challenge for several …

The generation of methane from municipal solid waste (MSW) confined in sanitary landfills is
influenced by several factors, including climatic and operational conditions. This research …