How long has the WāstAway® technology been in operation?
Research and development began in the mid-1990s. The first commercial facility, located in Morrison, Tenn., began operations in June 2003.
What makes the WāstAway system a great investment for your community or company?
It’s good for the environment and good for your community. It provides an opportunity for your company or community to achieve 100% recycling and/or zero landfill initiatives in a profitable manner.
What are the revenue sources associated with the use of the WāstAway technology?
Tipping fees, ferrous and non-ferrous metal sales, Cellulate or pellet sales, SE3 sales, carbon credit sales, and greenhouse gas credit/renewable energy credit (REC) sales.
What happens to garbage that is recycled by the WāstAway technology?
The system separates metals and other recyclables. The remaining organics are converted to a sterile, pathogen-free, odorless material called Cellulate, which has multiple commercial applications.
What are the uses for WāstAway Cellulate?
Cellulate can be used as an environmentally friendly, sustainable, biogenic fuel that reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Cellulate can also be used as a highly effective growing medium for the nursery, horticultural and agricultural industries, as well as for soil reclamation and erosion control. WāstAway is also developing products, such as building materials, using extruded Cellulate.
How much greenhouse gas can be avoided by using WāstAway SE3™?
According to third-party studies performed under the Alberta carbon protocol, 2.75 tons of CO2 can be avoided for every ton of SE3 used.
What third-party recognition has the WāstAway technology received? (WāstAway and the Battelle Memorial Institute)
The WāstAway technology was named one of the “100 Most Technologically Significant Products of the Year” by R&D Magazine. The technology also won CERL’s Research Product Development Award.
Is the WāstAway technology patented?
WāstAway has more than 20 patents issued or in process.
Can we see the WāstAway technology in operation?
The commercial facility, located Morrison, Tenn., can be toured by appointment. See our locations page or contact us for more information.
Why is SE3 better than wood pellets?
WāstAway’s SE3 has lower moisture content, is non-hygroscopic, free of micro-organisms, and has a longer shelf life and higher BTU value than wood pellets. Best of all, it doesn’t require killing trees.
Are there any emissions concerns when using Cellulate and SE3 as a fuel?
No. In fact, independent, third-party testing at a national laboratory indicated a slight improvement in emissions quality relative to coal.
Why is SE3 considered sustainable/renewable energy?
SE3 is produced from the endless supply of municipal solid waste (MSW) that the world creates.
How does SE3 reduce greenhouse gases?
70% of MSW is biogenic; therefore, the use of SE3 reduces greenhouse gases (GHG) by 70%.
What environmental credits does SE3 qualify for?
Depending upon the location of your community or company, SE3 may qualify for carbon credits, greenhouse gas credits, renewable energy credits, recycling credits, landfill diversion credits, and/or renewable portfolio standards certificates.
Does SE3 have applications other than as a fuel?
Yes, several test programs have indicated that it is a favorable feedstock for processes that produce biofuel.
How many trees does a ton of Cellulate or SE3 save?
A ton of Cellulate and SE3 saves 48 trees, according to data provided by the U.K. forestry commission. That equates to over three million trees per year for a typical WāstAway facility.