The general assembly hereby finds and declares that methods for the efficient and economical production of usable energy should be achieved whenever possible and that the use of flammable waste material for the conversion of heat into steam, electrical power, or any other form of energy could provide energy in an efficient and economical manner. […]
As used in this part 10, unless the context otherwise requires: “Solid waste-to-energy incineration system” means the use of flammable waste material as a primary or supplemental fuel for the conversion of heat into steam, electrical power, or any other form of energy. Source: L. 83: Entire part added, p. 1243, § 3, effective May […]
The governing body of any municipality has the power to: Acquire, hold, use, transfer, and convey any real or personal property for the purpose of developing and operating a solid waste-to-energy incineration system; Engage in any activities relating to the siting, development, and operation of a solid waste-to-energy incineration system and to the production, distribution, […]
The department of public health and environment may promulgate rules for the engineering design and operation of solid waste-to-energy incineration systems, and any such system shall comply with such rules before beginning operations. Source: L. 83: Entire part added, p. 1244, § 3, effective May 24. L. 94: Entire section amended, p. 2802, § 565, […]
