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Landfill Technology

Planning, implementing and managing landfill projects safely over the long term

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DMT supports landfill projects from site assessment and planning for regulatory approval, through construction and operation, to remediation, decommissioning and aftercare. We develop technically sound, economically viable and sustainable solutions.

Landfills place high demands on planning, construction, operation and long-term safety. Site conditions, geotechnical properties, sealing systems, drainage, structural stability, as well as environmental and regulatory requirements must be taken into account at an early stage and reliably monitored over decades.

We support public and private clients in the development, expansion, optimisation and aftercare of landfill sites. In doing so, we combine expertise in geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, infrastructure planning and regulatory compliance to holistically integrate technical, regulatory and economic requirements.

Are you planning a new landfill site, an extension, a remediation project or the decommissioning of an existing site?

Successful landfill projects begin long before the construction phase. Site conditions, ground conditions, environmental requirements and long-term safety measures must be assessed at an early stage.

Please speak to our experts about your requirements; we look forward to hearing from you.

An overview of our landfill technology services

Site assessment, approval and planning

We lay the foundations for safe, approvable and economically viable landfill projects.

  • Site assessments and site investigations
  • Environmental impact assessments and environmental evaluations
  • Permit and detailed design
  • Infrastructure and drainage planning
  • Planning of waterproofing and safety systems
  • Geotechnical assessments and stability analyses
  • Preparation of tender documents
  • Concepts for waste reception and waste quality

Construction supervision and third-party supervision

During the construction phase, we support clients in ensuring the project is carried out to a high standard and that quality is maintained.

  • Construction supervision and third-party supervision
  • Inspection and documentation of construction works
  • Support for the installation of waterproofing and drainage systems
  • Monitoring of technical quality requirements
  • Coordination of technical interfaces
  • Technical documentation and verification

Landfill operation and technical optimisation

We also provide support with the assessment, documentation and optimisation of landfill processes whilst operations are ongoing.

  • Assessment of technical operational processes
  • Analysis of seepage water and drainage systems
  • Optimisation of technical infrastructure
  • Support for expansion measures
  • Monitoring and documentation concepts
  • Support with regulatory requirements

Remediation, decommissioning and aftercare

For existing landfill sites, we develop plans for technical containment, remediation and long-term monitoring.

  • Remediation and safety measures
  • Planning of decommissioning measures
  • Surface and base waterproofing systems
  • Leachate collection, drainage and treatment
  • Collection, utilisation and recovery of landfill gas
  • Development of technical after-care concepts
  • Documentation of long-term safety measures
  • Surveillance and monitoring of decommissioned landfill sites
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Safety in landfill technology

Specialised fire-fighting for spoil heaps and landfill sites

Our team of fire safety experts develops specialised fire-fighting strategies for spoil heaps and landfill sites. Find out more and let’s work together to ensure safety at your landfill sites.

What you should know

Frequently Asked Questions on Landfill Technology

Landfill technology encompasses the planning, construction, operation, monitoring, remediation and decommissioning of landfills. This includes, amongst other things, site assessment, sealing and drainage systems, structural stability and aftercare measures.

Third-party supervision is an independent technical inspection of construction works, materials and the quality of workmanship. It helps to ensure compliance with technical requirements and a transparent quality assurance process.

Leachate and landfill gas must be collected, treated or recycled in a controlled manner in order to minimise environmental impact. This requires suitable technical systems and continuous monitoring.

Refurbishment may be necessary if existing safety systems no longer meet the requirements or if environmental and safety risks need to be reduced.

Waterproofing, drainage, structural stability, technical safety measures and long-term maintenance and monitoring measures are particularly important.

Aftercare involves the long-term monitoring and documentation of leachate, landfill gas, surface linings and other safety measures, in order to ensure the site’s long-term safety.

Yes. We support the planning permission process by carrying out site assessments, preparing expert reports and technical proposals, and liaising with the relevant authorities.