Designing a model that simulates the work of the Hama treatment plant with the activated sludge system to facilitate studying the possibility of treating landfill filtrate within it

Abstract

This research discusses the design of a model simulating the functionality of the Hama treatment plant using an activated sludge system for efficiently studying the treatment of landfill leachate. It emphasizes the role of sanitary landfills as sites designed to contain various waste types while preventing environmental contamination. The study further explores the biochemical co-treatment of sanitary landfill leachate with municipal wastewater and assesses the applicability of this method within the existing environmental and operational conditions in Syria, highlighting the need for effective management strategies.

• Sanitary landfills are designed to safely contain waste without causing environmental pollution through structured layering and collection techniques.
• Landfill leachate is a highly polluted liquid yielding from rainwater interaction with waste, necessitating effective treatment solutions.
• The reliability of reinstating leachate in the landfill body demands a balance equation, requiring treatment methods if leachate exceeds evaporation capabilities.
• The biological co-treatment of sanitary landfill leachate with sewage shows potential for effective pollutant reduction if designed and operated correctly.
• Current methods in Syria rely on solar evaporation for leachate treatment, which could be inadequate during high production periods or early operational phases of landfills.
• Integrating leachate treatment with sewage facilities could reduce overall management costs and ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• The study aims to evaluate the methods for safely combining leachate with sewage to maintain biological treatment efficacy while achieving acceptable discharge quality.