Municipal waste that is not managed in a sanitary manner can contaminate soil and water resources and pose serious risks to public health. Sanitary landfilling is a crucial stage in integrated waste management, designed to minimize the hazards of waste while adhering to environmental standards.
Sanitary disposal involves processes that ensure waste is environmentally safe and prevent the spread of pathogens. These methods include engineered landfilling, protective layering, leachate collection, and gas control systems.
Leachate and gases generated from waste must be collected and treated separately. Systems for capturing leachate and harmful gases are essential parts of sanitary landfilling, as they reduce pollution of water and air.
Implementing sanitary landfill principles ensures that:
– Environmental pollution is reduced.
– Groundwater resources are protected.
– Harmful gas emissions are controlled.
– Public health and community well-being are improved.
