Potential problems associated with the operation of landfills highly concern the public. Examples of these problems include landfill gas and leachate migration which can result in odours, groundwater contamination, escape and ignition of greenhouse and combustible gases, and landfill settlement and failures. These problems can occur during operations as well as during closure and post-closure periods. To optimize the design and operation of these sites, the designer and landfill manager must understand the mechanisms of protection, movement, monitoring and control of leachate and gas. Good practice in planning, design, implementation and management will result in better long-term performance of landfills. This course focuses on optimizing performance of landfills from design to post-closure phases and deals comprehensively with the topics of concern to landfill designers and managers.
Who should attend?
- Solid waste managers
- Environmental and municipal engineers
- Landfill managers and supervisors
- Consultants
- Regulatory personnel, and technical specialists involved in the operation of sanitary landfills