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Energy recovery Burn under controlled conditions waste materials that cannot be recycled, capturing combustion heat [Examples] Properly equipped combustors can convert water into steam; steam used to heat buildings or generate electricity [GHG Outcome] Recovers energy value from wastes; when substituted for fossil fueled heat or power, eliminates that amount of fossil fuel CO2 [Other Benefits] 
Burning at high temperatures destroys chemicals and disease-causing bacteria; some combustion ash is used beneficially (e.g. cover in landfills)
Climate Smart Waste Management - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation