Cerro Colorado Landfill

The Cerro Colorado Landfill, operated by the Solid Waste Management Department, is a state-of-the-art waste disposal facility in Albuquerque, NM. With a 20-year operating permit for 180 acres of waste disposal, the landfill utilizes modern technologies and strict oversight to ensure cost efficiency and environmental safety for residents. It receives approximately 525,000 tons of residential and commercial trash annually, which is compacted, buried, and lined with heavy-duty plastic to protect the water table.

In addition to its waste disposal operations, the Cerro Colorado Landfill has partnered with Bernalillo County for a Gas-To-Energy Project. Methane gas produced from decomposing garbage is diverted to the Metropolitan Detention Center, where it is used as an energy source to fuel a boiler for domestic hot water. This innovative approach helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to a more sustainable waste management system.

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