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land setup > non-built-up area > landfill > sanitary landfill

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sanitary landfill  

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  • An engineered method of disposing of solid waste on land in a manner that protects the environment, by spreading the waste in thin layers, compacting it to the smallest practical volume and covering it with compacted soil by the end of each working day or at more frequent intervals if necessary.

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http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/7438

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