Health and environmental impact assessment of landfill mining activities: A case study in Norfolk, UK

Zari, Mohammed; Smith, Richard; Wright, C. Wayne; Ferrari, Rebecca

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e11594

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“…When comparing the conductivity of 37,000 µS/cm measured in the Fez landfill leachate to other studies, the distinction becomes quite clear. For example, a study conducted by(Zari, 2022) at a landfill in a temperate region reported conductivity values around 15,000 µS/cm, significantly lower than those observed in Fez. This lower conductivity indicates fewer dissolved ions, suggesting a potentially lesser impact on aquatic life.…”

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Characterization of Leachate and Assessment of the Leachate Pollution Index – A Study of the Controlled Landfill in Fez

Touzani,

El Hammoudani,

Dimane

et al. 2024

Ecol. Eng. Environ. Technol.

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The rapid increase in municipal solid waste in developing areas, as demonstrated by the Fez landfill, has led to the production of leachate with alarmingly high levels of pollutants, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive analysis and advanced treatment methods. This study uncovered exceptionally high concentrations of organic and inorganic substances, as well as heavy metals in the leachate, with chemical oxygen demand (COD) reaching 57,100 mg/L, biochemical oxygen demand (BOD₅) at 39.400 mg/L, and a significant presence of iron (Fe) at 1,370 mg/L, underscoring the extreme contamination levels. Importantly, this research introduced a notable contribution to the field by calculating a leachate pollution index (LPI) of 88.8, a figure considerably exceeding the limits considered safe for environmental discharge. The results of the current study complement the already existing information about the critical environmental threat posed by the leachate, emphasizing the necessity for extensive treatment prior to release into the environment. The study insights are crucial for developing effective strategies to reduce the risks to aquatic ecosystems and public health, as well as for guiding policy and practice in waste management in developing regions.

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Characterization of Leachate and Assessment of the Leachate Pollution Index – A Study of the Controlled Landfill in Fez

Touzani,

El Hammoudani,

Dimane

et al. 2024

Ecol. Eng. Environ. Technol.

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“…Both original solid waste and MSWI ashes commonly contain high concentrations of trace/major metal (loid)s, such as Al, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Pb, Sb and Zn, and inorganic salts (e.g. chlorides and sulphates) [ [7] , [8] , [9] , [10] , [11] ]. Landfilled without proper control and safety, MSWI ashes can be a source of contamination to soil, groundwater and biota with toxic chemical elements.…”

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Environmental and health impacts assessment of long-term naturally-weathered municipal solid waste incineration ashes deposited in soil—old burden in Bratislava city, Slovakia

Faragó

Špirová²,

Blazekova³

et al. 2023

Heliyon

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Characteristics and Impact Assessment of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

Zari

2024

Springer Water

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Health and environmental impact assessment of landfill mining activities: A case study in Norfolk, UK

Cited by 6 publications

References 83 publications

Characterization of Leachate and Assessment of the Leachate Pollution Index – A Study of the Controlled Landfill in Fez

Characterization of Leachate and Assessment of the Leachate Pollution Index – A Study of the Controlled Landfill in Fez

Environmental and health impacts assessment of long-term naturally-weathered municipal solid waste incineration ashes deposited in soil—old burden in Bratislava city, Slovakia

Characteristics and Impact Assessment of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

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