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The power and energy delivered to an element are subjects of great significance in the field of electrical engineering. It is a well-known fact that a 100-watt light bulb emits more light than a 60-watt one. Therefore, power and energy calculations play a crucial role in the analysis of electrical circuits.
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Power production waste.

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  • 1College of Environmental Science & Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, China.

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Managing power plant waste is crucial to prevent land and water pollution. This review covers 2019 research on recycling coal and nuclear waste, focusing on material reuse and contaminant removal.

Keywords:
coal combustion productsflue gas desulfurization gypsumnuclear power plant wastepower production wastespent catalyst

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Waste Management
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Power production generates substantial waste, occupying land and risking environmental contamination via leachate.
  • Waste leachate can alter water pH and release toxic or radioactive elements, necessitating effective management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review 2019 literature on the recycling and disposal of waste from coal-fired and nuclear power plants.
  • To highlight advancements in utilizing coal combustion byproducts and managing nuclear waste.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of research published in 2019.
  • Categorization of studies based on waste source (coal, nuclear) and management approach (recycling, recovery, disposal).

Main Results:

  • Coal-fired power plant waste, such as fly ash and FGD gypsum, shows potential in construction and environmental applications.
  • Recovery of valuable and toxic metals from coal combustion products and SCR catalysts is a key research area.
  • Treatment and disposal of radioactive elements from nuclear power plants remain critical.

Conclusions:

  • Effective recycling and disposal of power generation waste are essential for environmental protection and resource conservation.
  • Coal waste offers opportunities for material preparation and wastewater purification.
  • Nuclear waste management requires focused efforts on radioactive element recovery and secure disposal.