Trace element characterization and removal/recovery from coal and coal wastes. Work plan, October 1, 1977--September 30, 1978

Abstract

This document describes the research activities for FY 78 for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)--Department of Energy (DOE) program on environmental contamination from trace elements in coal preparation wastes. The main objectives of this program are (1) to assess and define the technology options to control or prevent the release of environmentally harmful trace elements in the drainages from high-sulfur coal preparation wastes and (2) to identify the trace elements of greatest environmental concern in the aqueous discharges from selected samples of Appalachian Basin coal refuse, with the aim of delineating suitable pollution control technology or research, development, and demonstration programs. The details of the experimental activities to accomplish these objectives are discussed.