Natural decomposition processes in landfills emit "landfill gas." Approximately half of that landfill gas is methane, the second leading greenhouse gas emitted in the United States. Landfill methane emissions are of national concern because they are the largest source (approximately 33 percent) of anthropogenic methane emissions in the United States.
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Physical Description: 2 Pages
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Publisher | EPA |
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Source URL | https://library.sprep.org/content/cover-compost-fact-sheet |
Identifier | VL-35552 |
Spatial / Geographical Coverage Location | SPREP LIBRARY |
Relevant Countries | Pacific Region |
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Author | EPA |
Contact Name | SPREP Records and Archives Officer |
Contact Email | [email protected] |