The Global Issue
The effective and safe disposal of hazardous waste is a significant issue. Current methods, such as landfill, incineration, and long-term storage, are not environmentally sustainable and pose ongoing risks and liabilities to the waste generators.
The Problems With Current Methods
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Potential contamination to groundwater
Production of greenhouse gases
Long-term health effects on local communities
Legacy of liability to the hazardous waste generator
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Incomplete combustion of hazardous waste and release of biohazards to the environment
Emission of greenhouse gases, fly ash, and the release of un-burnt hazardous waste and other toxic materials
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Not a disposal solution
Significant ongoing liability to the hazardous waste generator
Each of these solutions could pose a substantial liability to the generator of the hazardous waste and a considerable risk to public reputation.