Study of Solid Waste Management Programs in Shiraz-Iran
2013 ◽
Vol 664
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pp. 179-184
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Keyword(s):
The current and previous condition of solid waste management programs in the city, Shiraz was studied. Shiraz is one of the capital cities in south of Iran. Different aspects of solid waste programs including collection, transportation, treatments and recycling are discussed. Composition of solid wastes, material analysis, chemical formulation, thermal values, pH and other factors is evaluated. To estimate future conditions an overview of the statistics obtained in previous years is provided. Finally some recommendations are given in case it would be profitable for developing recycling programs in Shiraz city.