Solid Waste Landfill Design

This comprehensive course covers the full lifecycle of landfill development—from site investigation and liner design to leachate treatment, gas management, and post-closure strategies. Participants will explore cutting-edge topics such as PFAS mitigation, elevated temperature landfills, and sustainability campus development, all taught by leading researchers, regulators, and industry experts. Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and a site tour, attendees will gain practical knowledge to lead successful landfill projects in today’s complex regulatory and environmental landscape.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply best practices in landfill design, including liner systems, leachate management, slope stability, and gas control.
  • Understand regulatory frameworks and emerging contaminants such as PFAS and elevated temperature waste.
  • Evaluate financial, operational, and sustainability strategies for long-term landfill performance and compliance.

Who Should Attend:

  • Civil, geotechnical, and geoenvironmental engineers involved in landfill design and permitting.
  • Landfill owners, operators, and facility managers overseeing waste disposal and expansion projects.
  • Regulatory agency staff, planners, and public works professionals responsible for solid waste infrastructure.
Date
Format
ID
Fee
 
 April 13-15, 2026
Face-to-Face Madison, WI
ID: D822
Fee: $1,195