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Method and apparatus for enhancing methane production

  • US 5,695,641 A
  • Filed: 02/14/1996
  • Issued: 12/09/1997
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/14/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for enhancing the rate of methane production within a landfill, comprising the steps of:

  • providing a system of leach pipes extending into said landfill; and

    forcing ammonia into said landfill via said pipe system while limiting the presence of oxygen in said pipe system to less than 5% by volume to substantially reduce the oxygen content within said landfill whereby the rate of anaerobic biodegradation within said landfill is increased.

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