leaches
How Contaminants Leach Out of Landfill Waste and Into Leachate
A major problem arising from landfills is the discharge of leachate which is formed by water passing through the tip and thus becoming contaminated with various organic and inorganic pollutants. The subsequent movement of the leachate into the surrounding soil, ground water or surface water could lead to severe pollution problems. The mechanisms by which […]
What is Leachate?
The purpose of this section of our web site is to inform newcomers about the most common liquid referred to as, leachate – landfill leachate. This whole web site has been written to answer the question; “What is leachate?” and how to ensure it does not cause pollution, in detail. So, we suggest that byexploring our […]