sanitary landfills
/ˈsænɪteri ˈlændfɪlz/
NOUN
1. Engineered sites for solid waste disposal
Designated facilities where solid waste is deposited, compacted, and covered using controlled methods to minimize environmental pollution and protect public health.
1.1. Facilities for controlled waste disposal
Refers to engineered sites where municipal and other non-hazardous solid waste is collected, deposited, compacted, and managed for disposal.
Synonyms
- landfills
- sanitary dumps
- waste disposal sites
- waste disposal facilities
Examples
- The government is investing in better sanitary landfills to improve waste disposal practices.
- The city plans to expand its sanitary landfills to accommodate the growing population's waste.
- Modern sanitary landfills use advanced techniques to prevent groundwater contamination.
Related Words
- dumps
- dumpsites
- refuse sites
- waste management facilities
- transfer stations
- garbage disposal sites
1.2. Environmentally controlled waste containment sites
Refers to waste disposal facilities specifically designed to isolate deposited waste from the surrounding environment and reduce the risk of soil, water, and air pollution.
Synonyms
- engineered landfills
- controlled landfills
- regulated waste disposal sites
Examples
- Environmental regulations require that sanitary landfills be properly monitored for signs of pollution.
- Sanitary landfills are designed to minimize environmental impact by isolating waste from the surrounding ecosystem.
- The new sanitary landfills incorporate protective barriers to prevent hazardous leachate from reaching groundwater.
Related Words
- landfill liners
- leachate collection systems
- groundwater protection
- environmental monitoring
- pollution control