Overview of Municipal Solid Waste
Municipal solid waste (MSW) has become a significant global concern, with the world generating approximately 2.01 billion metric tons of waste annually. This figure is expected to rise to 3.4 billion metric tons by 2050. A substantial portion of this waste comprises hazardous materials such as tires and plastics. An estimated 1 billion tires are discarded globally each year. Tires pose significant environmental risks due to their non-biodegradable nature and potential for toxic chemical release. While, over 300 million metric tons of plastic waste are produced annually, with only a small percentage being recycled. The majority ends up in landfills or the environment, contributing to pollution and harm to wildlife.
As the world population increases and economies expand, the demand for energy continues to rise. However, traditional fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas are finite resources that are rapidly depleting. This scarcity leads to volatile energy prices and geopolitical tensions over energy supplies. Additionally, the extraction, processing, and consumption of fossil fuels have significant environmental impacts, including air and water pollution, habitat destruction, and greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.
The Energy Crisis
The Answer
CBT Group's Waste-to-Energy (WTE) technology offers a groundbreaking solution to these intertwined challenges. By converting municipal solid waste, including hazardous tires and plastics, into energy, CBT Group addresses waste management and renewable energy needs simultaneously.
Promoting a circular economy by turning waste into valuable resources, renewable energy and other byproducts, while creating sustainable economic opportunities.