Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, cilt.189, ss.343-355, 2024 (SCI-Expanded)
This study provides an in-depth analysis of waste-to-green energy conversion potential, utilizing Geographic Information System and Hybrid Optimization of Multiple Energy Resources. This study identifies optimal sites in detail for landfill and Centralized Anaerobic Digestion (CAD) systems, integrating environmental, technical, and logistical considerations using Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM), complemented by the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP). Employing a robust methodological framework, the study assesses nine critical parameters, including proximity to waste sources and energy grids, highlighting 23.75 % of the region as 'Highly Suitable ' for sustainable waste-to-energy projects. The energy analysis further elucidates the operational and economic feasibility of new energy facilities, showcasing a potential installation power of 5.32 MWh for the new facility, compared to 3.15 MWh for the existing Beydegirmeni biogas plant. This analysis indicates a significant capacity for enhancing renewable energy production, with the new facility promising a higher employment capacity and a favorable investment payback period. Our comprehensive evaluation offers a scalable and replicable model for municipal waste-to-energy conversion, contributing valuable insights to the field of sustainable urban planning first in the literature. By highlighting the economic and operational benefits of targeted infrastructure investments, the research advocates for integrated planning approaches that align with global sustainability objectives. In conclusion, this paper advances the discourse on sustainable waste management and energy production, presenting a methodologically sound and empirically supported pathway for urban areas to capitalize on their waste-to-energy conversion potential, thereby facilitating informed policy-making and strategic urban development.