Definition(s)
Disposal facilities where hazardous waste is placed in or on land. Properly designed and operated landfills are lined to prevent leakage and contain systems to collect potentially contaminated surface water run-off. (Source: GEMET-PARCOR / WPR)
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landfill
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décharge
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мусорная яма
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الطمر
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Convenio de Basilea | 36 documents |
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Convenio de Estocolmo | 17 documents |
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Convención sobre la Protección del Patrimonio Mundial | 2 decisions |