Virginia's waste woes and the incinerator debate
In Alexandria, a $76 million waste to energy plant uses trash to generate power for about 25,000 homes amid environmental concerns. Proponents argue energy gains and reduced waste, while critics warn of dioxins, mercury, and landfill leachate.
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