Applications of electron beams in the environmental area

This report presents recent industrial pilot and full scale applications of electron accelerators for flue gas treatment. The engineering solutions regarding accelerators and process equipment developments are discussed. New possible applications of accelerator technology for other environment applications, like marine diesel off-gases purification, ship ballast water treatment and municipal wastewater treatment plants sludge hygenization are reviewed. The conclusions of the report support a broad possibility of technology applications, however their acceptance by industry depends on the availability of reliable accelerators at competitive prices.