Landfilling or permanent storage

NACE code 38.32 covers the landfilling or permanent storage of waste. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader waste management and recycling ecosystem, ensuring the safe and responsible disposal of materials that cannot be reused or recycled. As populations and economic activities continue to grow, the need for efficient and environmentally-sound waste disposal solutions becomes increasingly important, making this industry a vital component of the circular economy.

The main production techniques used in the landfilling or permanent storage industry involve the controlled and regulated disposal of waste materials. This typically includes the preparation of landfill sites, the collection and transportation of waste, the compaction and covering of waste, and the ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the landfill to prevent environmental contamination.

The key inputs required for the landfilling or permanent storage industry include the waste materials themselves, which can come from a variety of sources, such as 38.11 Waste collection, 38.21 Treatment and disposal of non-hazardous waste, and 38.22 Treatment and disposal of hazardous waste. Additionally, the industry requires specialized equipment, such as compactors, bulldozers, and leachate collection systems, as well as land for the development of landfill sites.

The primary output of the landfilling or permanent storage industry is the safe and responsible disposal of waste materials that cannot be reused or recycled. This industry serves as the final destination for waste that is not processed through other 38.1 Waste collection, 38.2 Waste treatment and disposal, or 38.3 Materials recovery activities. The outputs of this industry are essential for maintaining a clean and sustainable environment, as well as supporting the broader waste management and recycling ecosystem.