Solid Waste and Fly Ash Chemical Treatment Methods—2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Following the great success of the first edition of this Special Issue, we are pleased to announce the launch of the second edition of “Solid Waste and Fly Ash Chemical Treatment Methods” in Molecules.

https://www.mdpi.com/journal/molecules/special_issues/J4M43Y1QP5

In recent years, the ever-increasing generation of solid waste, predominantly comprising municipal and industrial waste, has emerged as a pressing environmental concern. These solid wastes often contain a significant concentration of hazardous pollutants, necessitating the adoption of thermochemical treatment methods such as combustion and pyrolysis to achieve energy recovery, resource utilization, and safe disposal. However, the thermal treatment processes are confronted with challenges related to pollution emissions and energy consumption.

Furthermore, during thermal treatment, the hazardous constituents of solid waste are transferred to the resulting solid residues, commonly known as fly ash. These fly ash residues are enriched with heavy metals, dioxins, and high concentrations of inorganic salts, often classified as hazardous waste. The efficient and cost-effective management of such hazardous waste has become a pivotal research focus and a formidable challenge in contemporary waste management practices.

This Special Issue aims to present recent advancements in research related to the safe and resourceful treatment of solid waste and fly ash through appropriate chemical treatment methods. We welcome original research papers, comprehensive review articles, and short communication letters that contribute to addressing these critical issues.

Dr. Lu Dong
Dr. Xinye Wang
Dr. Huimin Liu
Guest Editors

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