A diagnostic model for M.S.W. landfill operation and the protection of ecosystems with a spatial multiple criteria analysis - Zakynthos Island, Greece

Abstract

Sanitary landfills remain an attractive disposal route for municipal solid waste, because it is more economical than alternative solutions. The produced landfill emissions by waste biodegradation could be exploited after treatment as renewable resources. In this paper the experimental design of Mid Auchencarroch landfill is taken into account, which is a UK Environment Agency and industry funded research facility. The relative magnitudes of pollution load in time by landfill gas and leachate emissions are considered, making useful conclusions for the operation of future sustainable integrated waste management systems and associated regional sustainable development protecting ecosystems and public health.