What Measures are Taken to Mitigate Landfill Pollution?
Modern landfills are designed with several layers of protection to mitigate pollution. These include:
- Liners: Synthetic or clay liners are used at the base of the landfill to prevent leachate from contaminating the soil and groundwater. - Leachate Collection Systems: These systems collect and treat leachate to prevent it from seeping into the environment. - Gas Collection Systems: To manage landfill gas, these systems capture and either flare off or convert the gas into energy.
