General Article What are the pros and cons of landfill?

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Colloquially known as dumps or tips, landfill sites are the most common way of disposing of non-recyclable waste. But while they’re convenient and affordable, they also entail a whole host of environmental drawbacks – so are they really a sustainable solution to our waste disposal problem? Here’s a rundown of the pros and cons of landfill sites to help you decide.

The case for landfills

It’s no coincidence that landfills are employed all over the globe. Here are a few of the reasons why they ...

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