Simulation of Organic Fraction of Municipal Solid Waste in the Preparation of Synthetic Compost Recipe for Lab Scale In-Vessel Composting

Hema Nalini. A.V , P.R. Sreemahadevan Pillai, Dr.Y.V.K.S Rao

Abstract

Process modification is required for all kinds of physical, chemical and biological processes for improving their efficiency. This is achieved through experimentation by changing factors influencing the process. Composting is one of the processes to treat municipal solid waste (MSW). The parameter influencing composting process are C/N ratio, moisture content, aeration rate, pH, starting culture, substrate composition etc.