POLAR SANITATION - INCINERATION FOR WASTE DISPOSAL IN A POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM.
Abstract
Improved methods for disposal of human and other wastes are required in polar regions to prevent pollution of the environment. The problem of pollution due to inadequate methods of waste disposal is more severe in polar regions because of reduced metabolic rate of microorganisms and extended survival time resulting from the low temperatures. From a discussion of waste treatment methods and their application, it is concluded that incineration provides the most suitable method for disposal of polar camp wastes. Equipment required for incineration is available commercially but has not been evaluated under polar conditions. Detail study of a total disposal system incorporating the single-incinerator concept is recommended. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1967
- Accession Number
- AD0811238
Entities
People
- Neil L. Drobny
Organizations
- Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center