New study reveals the dire impact of landfills on the climate

New research published this week raises serious concerns about the environmental sustainability of our planet.

Here's What We Know

It has been discovered that landfills, which we have come to regard as a normal part of our environment, are actually having a much more serious impact on climate change than we had thought.

The study found that landfills release much more methane into the atmosphere than previously thought. The methane released from decaying organic materials in the garbage was exponentially higher. This raises serious concerns about the potential impacts on the climate.

The engineers and scientists involved in this study provide evidence that methane emissions from landfills are a significant contributor to climate change. These emissions were found to be significantly higher than any previous estimates. According to the study, methane emissions can lead to a significant increase in global temperatures.

While some landfills are equipped with methane venting pipes, many still experience leaks that release some methane back into the atmosphere. The researchers call for accurate identification and fixing, as well as finding new ways to treat waste to reduce methane emissions.

Source: BGR