ABSTRACT
The destruction of concentrated toxic and hazardous organic wastes is a major problem facing the nation. For example, the U.S. Navy and Army generate about 10,000 tons/year of concentrated hazardous organic materials. The U.S. pulp and paper industry generates 2.8 million tons of dry sludge each year. Currently, incineration and supercritical water oxidation (SCWO) are the two primary options for complete destruction of concentrated toxic wastewater and organic sludge; however, incineration process might cause air pollution if incomplete combustion occurs.
