ANALYSIS OF THE ELECTRICITY GENERATION POTENTIALS OF PLASTIC WASTES ON A UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
Abstract
This study analyzes the electricity generation potentials of plastic wastes generated in the Faculty
of Engineering Building of Baze University Abuja, Nigeria. The plastics were collected from the
waste bins over four weeks from June 12, 2024, to July 11, 2024. The weight of the plastics
collected was determined, after which samples were subjected to energy potential analysis. A total
of 6,346.67 g of plastics were collected. In June and July, 3,708.33 g and 2,638.34 g of plastics
were produced, respectively, which equates to an average of 337.12 g and 329.79 g per day. The
net calorific value was found as 15.23 MJ/kg, and the study estimated a daily energy potential of
1.53 kWh, equivalent to 63.75 W. These findings suggest that plastic waste can be a viable source
of electricity generation, highlighting its significance for sustainable waste management and
energy production on university campuses.
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