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November 14, 2015

Update on Methane Regulations Affecting Landfills – Sullivan – Nov. 2015

November 2015, PowerPoint presentation by Pat Sullivan, SCS Engineers describing the updated EPA methane regulatory policy and the impact to landfill owners and operators. Includes: Background on Rulemaking Schedule and … Continue reading Update on Methane Regulations Affecting Landfills – Sullivan – Nov. 2015

November 14, 2015

Methane Intrusion Risks – Understand mitigation requirements for new and existing developments – Vonasek – Nov. 2015

During the last several decades, methane gas has been a central issue in discussions around greenhouse gas emissions and their impact on air quality and global warming. However, methane is … Continue reading Methane Intrusion Risks – Understand mitigation requirements for new and existing developments – ...

November 1, 2015

Formulation for Optimizing Landfill Base Slopes and Maximizing Airspace, Sardinia 2015 Presentation

This article concentrates on the impact of two parameters that define landfill base grades, namely the leachate collection pipe slope and base slope. In many occasions, the designer selects certain … Continue reading Formulation for Optimizing Landfill Base Slopes and Maximizing Airspace, Sardinia 2015 Presentation

October 30, 2015

Major Parameters that Affect Outcome Landfill Slope Stability Modeling, ISWA, September 2105, J. Law

This paper presents the sensitivity evaluation of two major parameters used in a landfill waste slope stability during landfill operations and final slope configurations. These key factors are: Weakest interface shear … Continue reading Major Parameters that Affect Outcome Landfill Slope Stability Modeling, ISWA, September 2105, J. ...

October 30, 2015

Use of Drones on Landfills, ISWA September 2015, co-authored by J. Law

The drone might be the best solution for topography surveying and other supporting activities in landfills operations and design. It is cost effective and a very quick turn-around time for … Continue reading Use of Drones on Landfills, ISWA September 2015, co-authored by J. Law