What is a Landfill?

Landfills receive municipal solid waste, construction debris, and other non-hazardous materials. Over time, waste decomposes, producing leachate and landfill gas, primarily methane and carbon dioxide. Proper design, monitoring, and closure procedures are essential to reduce environmental and health risks. Reducing waste sent to landfills through recycling, composting, and waste diversion programs is a central strategy for sustainable waste management and minimizing the ecological footprint of communities.