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Disposal—Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Introduction

Disposal of solid waste in landfills and incinerators continues to be a critical element of Washington's system of managing solid waste. The Beyond Waste initiatives will reduce reliance on disposal, but disposal facilities will remain a reality in the future. This section describes some important issues that surround solid waste disposal today and proposes both short and long-term recommendations.

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