Question

Enumerate the advantages of Landfills.

Mention two advantages of landfills.

Answer 1

1. The site is covered with earth, which prevents insects and rodents.
2. Less chances of spread of pathogenic diseases as vectors are not able to reach the wastes. The waste is disposed without causing any public health hazard.
3. There is no foul smell due to the rotting garbage.
4. The methane gas produced due to decomposition of wastes can be used as a non polluting source of energy. It can be used in bailees, internal combustion engines, gas turbines, fuel cells, etc.
5. The land, after decomposition and compaction of wastes, can be used suitably.
6. It is one of the best ways of disposing of waste where waste is decomposed naturally.
7. It is a cost-effective method of waste disposal, with collection and transportation accounting for 75 percent of the total cost.