This is a concise book with comprehensive information on coal and biomass ash generated from their combustion in thermal power plants. It presents detailed studies on ash generated from contrasting coal and biomass feedstocks, and provides a comparative evaluation of these different ashes in terms of their origin, properties, environmental hazards. Potential utilizations with specific advantages and disadvantages of the respective ashes are elaborated in detail, including some innovative means of ash utilization for value addition purposes.

By addressing both the theory and commercial exploitation of these products, this book will be helpful for industrialists, academicians and researchers alike.

Provides a concise but comprehensive guide on coal and biomass ash produced from combustion Compares both types of ash utilising experimental data, including properties and environmental hazards Explores potential research and commercial uses for coal and biomass ash, focusing on the market in India

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Introduction.- Genesis and characteristics of coal and biomass ash.- Utilization of coal and biomass ash.- Environmental effects of coal and biomass ash generation.- Conclusions.