The objective of this field study is to ascertain the composition and properties of municipal solid waste in the Cairo-15th of May area. This information will serve as the foundation for developing a suitable design for a municipal solid waste treatment facility that aligns with the site's characteristics and the waste generated within the service area.

The results comprise the key chemical properties of the municipal solid waste including the moisture content, calorific value, and ash content. The calorific value is also obtained using an empirical formula as an alternative method.