Fate of halogenated compounds (except chlorine) and fine particles in incinerators. Formation and reactions of these compounds during incineration processes - Analytical methods and flue gas cleaning for these pollutants

Summary

Successive regulatory changes relating to emissions from incineration plants have led to a significant improvement in the quality of their atmospheric discharges. Nevertheless, a number of "new", potentially toxic targets deserve regular attention. In this context, RECORD wanted to monitor a certain number of compounds: this study therefore focuses on the halogenated compounds (excluding chlorine) Fluorine, Bromine - the problem of flame retardants - and Iodine, as well as fine particles (PM2.5) and ultrafine particles (PM0.1).
This study sets out to map the halogenated flows - excluding chlorine - entering incinerators, to detail the formation and speciation of these compounds - formation of polyhalogens such as dioxins and furans - and fine particles within the incinerator. It also presents the state of the art in analytical and abatement techniques. A review of European and non-EU regulations completes the report.