Problem of Solid Waste Management and its Impact on Urban Environment

Abstract

The problem of urban solid waste management is regarded as one of the most important environmental issues, especially in developing countries. Municipalities all around the world are dealing with increasing levels of solid garbage and need to devise effective strategies to tackle the problem. It is critical to understand the amount of garbage created and the makeup of the waste stream in order to develop successful waste management in any location. Many research have established that the amount of waste generated is proportional to the population. There are several other factors which affect the amount and composition of waste. The enormous increase in solid waste generation particularly in large cities will have significant impact in terms of the land required for waste disposal