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Power Generation for Refuse Derived Fuel: From the Landfill to Energy Generation: The non-recyclable, combustible portion of landfill waste (or municipal solid waste – MSW) can be used as a fuel source for heating or power generation. There are a number of strategies for burning the fuel, including mass burns, gasification, pyrolization, anaerobic digestion and others. Taking advantage of these fuel sources can reduce the reliance upon fossil fuels while simultaneously reducing the need for additional landfill space and treatment facilities. There are a number of strategies for processing the fuel prior to combustion, ranging from simple sorting to shredding to pelletizing. Frequently, more heavily processed MSW fuels are called “refuse derived fuel” or RDF. Processing the fuel improves combustion by making the heat and moisture content of the fuel more consistent. Shredding and pelletizing improve combustion efficiency by allowing the fuel to more quickly and evenly.