Overview
The Long Beach City SERRF Project is a waste-to-energy plant in Long Beach, California, converting municipal solid waste into energy. It supports local waste management and renewable energy goals.
The Long Beach City SERRF Project (Southeast Resource Recovery Facility) is a waste-to-energy plant located at 120 Henry Ford Ave, Long Beach, California, in Los Angeles County. It is an operational facility that processes municipal solid waste to generate energy, contributing to the region's waste management and renewable energy infrastructure. As a waste-to-energy plant, the SERRF Project employs combustion technology to reduce waste volume and produce electricity. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for solid waste and Clean Air Act standards for emissions. The facility is part of California's efforts to divert waste from landfills and meet renewable energy targets. The plant serves the Long Beach community and surrounding areas, providing a sustainable waste disposal alternative. By converting waste into energy, it reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to landfilling and supports local grid stability. The facility's location in an urban industrial area necessitates careful management of air emissions and community engagement.
Environmental context
The SERRF Project is situated in an urban industrial area near the Port of Long Beach, a major hub for trade and transportation. The facility's waste-to-energy process reduces methane emissions from landfills and generates renewable energy, offsetting fossil fuel use. Air quality management is critical due to proximity to residential communities and compliance with California's stringent emissions standards. Leachate and ash management are also key environmental considerations.
Frequently asked questions
The Long Beach City SERRF Project is located at 120 Henry Ford Ave, Long Beach, California 90802-1039, in Los Angeles County.
It is a waste-to-energy plant that converts municipal solid waste into electricity, reducing landfill use and generating renewable energy.
The SERRF Project processes approximately 1,380 tons of municipal solid waste per day, generating up to 36 megawatts of electricity.
Waste-to-energy plants in the US must comply with EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, RCRA Subtitle D for solid waste, and state-specific emissions standards.
Waste-to-energy reduces methane emissions from landfills, generates renewable energy, and decreases the volume of waste requiring disposal, conserving landfill space.
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