Landfill and Remediation
The success of landfill gas management programs can be aided by monitoring the gases present at each landfill site, improving outcomes during operation as well as in the years after the operation has ceased. There are three main benefits of measuring and recording the gases produced by landfill waste:
- The health of the landfill – Measuring concentrations with landfill gas monitoring equipment allows users to monitor the state of decomposition, as well as the health of the gas-generating bacteria. This can prevent subsurface fires and keep the decomposition stable. Continuous monitors such as the GasClam2 Ground Gas Monitor can provide users with long-term unattended measurements and keep users up to date on the health of the landfill.
- Operational efficiency & resource recovery – By understanding waste decomposition and precisely monitoring gas flows, managers can significantly streamline operations and optimise landfill gas extraction. This proactive approach not only mitigates environmental risks and reduces fugitive emissions, but also enables the efficient capture of methane for conversion into a valuable and sustainable energy source, thereby reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
- Regulatory compliance – In Australia, landfills are regulated by each state's Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) bodies. The primary objectives of these regulations are to manage potential hazards, adverse environmental impacts, and the potential loss of amenities from landfill gas, dust, and odour during both landfill operation and post-closure. Links to state EPA landfill management information are available below.
Here's a collection of resources providing guidance from Australian State EPA's regarding landfill management:
- Environmental Protection Authority Victoria | Landfill Guidance
- NSW Environment Protection Authority | Solid Waste Landfill Guidelines
- EPA, South Australia | Environmental Management of Landfill Facilities
- QLD Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) | Landfill Siting, Design, Operation And Rehabilitation
- EPA NT
- EPA Tasmania
Landfill Gas Analysers
Specifically designed for accurate, on-site measurement of landfill and contaminated land gases, these analysers provide critical data for site management, risk assessment, and environmental compliance.
Portable Gas Detectors
Essential for worker safety in landfill and remediation environments, our portable gas detectors provide immediate alerts for hazardous gas levels in confined spaces, boreholes, and perimeter monitoring.
Photoionisation Detectors (PIDs)
Crucial for identifying volatile organic compounds (VOCs) at trace levels in landfill emissions and remediation sites, PIDs help pinpoint potential leaks and assess the effectiveness of remediation efforts.
