8.8 What are the advantages and disadvantages of sludge burial?
The table below outlines the advantages and disadvantages of sludge burial.
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| May prevent uncontrolled disposal and is therefore especially suitable for the acute response phase in emergencies | May require a large land area with an appropriate distance from the public |
| Can make use of vacant or abandoned land | Potential leaching of nutrients and contaminants into groundwater |
| Low technical skills are required for implementation, operation, and maintenance | Odours may be noticeable, depending on prior treatment and handling |
| May require special spreading equipment | |
| Land may not be useful for many years after usage for sludge disposal |
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