Open burning of household waste: Effect of experimental condition on combustion quality and emission of PCDD, PCDF and PCB

► Large scale open burning experiments monitored for PCDD, PCDF, PCB. ► Active stirring of the burn mixture appears to promote reduction in PCDD/PCDF. ► Generation of PCDD/PCDF and ratio of CO/CO2 highest near end of experiment. ► Applicable to emission factors for open burning under Stockholm Convention.