Method to assess biomass in scrap tires: Spanish cement sector as a case study

Pedro Mora (), Arturo Alarcón (), Sandra Tercero () and Bernardo Llamas ()
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Pedro Mora: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Arturo Alarcón: Spanish Institute of Cement and Its Applications (IECA)
Sandra Tercero: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Bernardo Llamas: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

Environment, Development and Sustainability: A Multidisciplinary Approach to the Theory and Practice of Sustainable Development, 2021, vol. 23, issue 6, No 24, 8524-8541

Abstract: Abstract The objective of the study is to develop a methodology to assess natural rubber content in scrap tires. Sampling and statistical methodology have been implemented in order to define an undifferentiated tire which is independent of brand tires or light or heavy tires. Sampling preparation, thermogravimetry analysis and statistical methodology have been implemented, and the method was validated using calibrated samples. It allows to establish a simple methodology to determine the fraction of biomass in the alternative fuel under study. According to the results achieved, the proposed methodology would be used in facilities which use scrap tires as fuel. This research simplifies the determination of biomass content in scrap tires in a specific region or country, and it could be a reference to be consulted by stakeholders.

Keywords: Cement industry; Tires derived fuel; Renewable energy; Waste-to-energy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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