kaatopaikkapäästöt
Kaatopaikkapäästöt, also known as landfill emissions, refer to the gases and substances released from decomposing waste in landfills. The primary gases produced are methane (CH4) and carbon dioxide (CO2), formed through the anaerobic decomposition of organic matter. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, significantly contributing to climate change.
Beyond these gases, landfills can also release other pollutants into the environment. Leachate, a liquid that
Various factors influence the rate and composition of landfill emissions, including the type of waste, its