BIOREACTOR LANDFILLS: LONG-TERM LIABILITY ISSUES

摘要

This paper explores the long-term liability issues that may be associated with bioreactor landfills, including the statutory and common law theories under which an owner or operator of a bioreactor landfill may be subject to liability. Post-closure care liability as well as potential CERCLA and toxic tort claims are concerns for owners and operators of landfills and are of concern for owners and operators of bioreactor landfills, as well. Post-closure care liability should be reduced in the case of a bioreactor landfill. CERCLA and toxic tort liability will depend upon the long-term success of the technology.