Heat Treatments: Pyrolysis and Gasification

This lecture covers the different types of heat treatments for waste management, focusing on pyrolysis and gasification processes. It explains the thermal degradation of organic matter, the phases of incineration, and the production of vitrified residues. The advantages and challenges of these treatments, as well as alternative technologies worldwide, are discussed. The lecture also addresses the purification of synthesis gas, the vitrification of residues, and the operational experiences of various waste treatment technologies. Examples from Switzerland and other countries are provided to illustrate the application of these heat treatments in real-world scenarios.