Ecology, Environment and Conservation Paper

Vol. 19, Issue 01, 2013; Page No.(17-22)

INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM : AN OVERVIEW

Leyla Gheyrati Arani

Abstract

Improper solid waste management causes all types of pollution: air, soil, and water. Indiscriminate dumping of wastes contaminates surface and ground water supplies. In urban areas, solid waste clogs drains, creating stagnant water for insect breeding and floods during rainy seasons. Uncontrolled burning of wastes and improper incineration contributes significantly to urban air pollution. Greenhouse gases are generated from the decomposition of organic wastes in landfills, and untreated leachate pollutes surrounding soil and water bodies.

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