A practical guide to landfill management in Pacific Island countries and territories : Volume 1 - Inland-based waste disposal

Abstract

This book is primarily targeted at solid waste officers in Pacific island countries and territories (PICTs) who may have little background in engineering and construction. The objective of this guide is to help those users understand the concept of a landfill and its operation. Also demonstrated are economical and effective ways to upgrade/improve an existing facility, which can be applied to most landfills in PICTs. This book focuses on inland-based waste disposal and does not include landfilling at coastlines, lagoons or wetlands where a different method needs to be developed and applied.