期刊名称：The Journal of Sustainable Development in Africa (JSDA)
电子版ISSN：1520-5509
出版年度：2014
卷号：16
期号：1
出版社：Institute of Sustainable Development in Africa
摘要：Municipal solid waste management has emerged as one of the greatest challenges facing environmental protection agencies in Lagos, Nigeria. Waste is typically disposed of without consideration for environmental and human health impacts, leading to its accumulation in cities, towns and uncontrolled dumpsites. Various governmental and non- governmental organizations have been encouraging developing countries to implement integrated waste management options that provide improved environmental outcomes for municipal solid waste management. The need for this encouragement is due to the realization of the impact of climate change and the increasing awareness of the role of waste as a contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. This case study presents the current solid waste management practices and problems in Lagos, Nigeria and analyzes options for improvement. To measure the potential impact of these improvements, life cycle assessment (LCA) was applied to the Olusosun landfill site in Lagos, Nigeria. This allows comparison of the expected environmental impacts of different technologies to help decision-makers. Recommendations were made also for improvement in governmental policies towards waste reduction and public awareness of the importance of waste reduction.
关键词：Life Cycle Assessment; Green House Gas; Municipal Solid Waste; Recycle; Material Recovery Facility
