Advances in Recycling & Waste Management

Department of Waste Management, University of Columbia, New York, NY 10027, USA

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Exploring Contemporary Waste Management Methods Beyond Landfills
  Author(s): Nikki Elliot*
  
  Waste management has emerged as a critical global challenge due to the increasing amounts of waste generated, coupled with the environmental and health hazards associated with traditional landfill disposal methods. This paper delves into the paradigm shift occurring in waste management, highlighting the transition from conventional landfilling to innovative and sustainable techniques. The abstract reviews the current state of waste management, emphasizing the shortcomings of landfills in terms of resource utilization, pollution prevention, and space constraints. It then introduces various modern waste management techniques that prioritize waste reduction, recycling, and energy recovery. Techniques such as source separation, composting, anaerobic digestion, and waste-to-energy technologies are discussed, shedding light on their benefits, challenges, and potential applications. Furtherm.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2475-7675.2023.8.294

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