Visy Education - Waste to Energy

Students will investigate the amount of waste being produced by Australians each year, as well as recycling rates and greenhouse gas emissions, by analysing graphs and statistics. They will then learn about Waste to Energy (WtE) technologies employed at Visy’s Kraft Mill in Tumut and compare energy output and efficiency with coal power plants. Students will also investigate calorific value and how WtE facilities can reduce large quantities of waste from landfill and prevent the associated carbon emissions. Students will use a variety of mathematical skills to complete this investigation including percentage, rate, formulas (efficiency), data analysis and problem solving.