CBiBank Research Department: “Challenges and Strategies in Japanese Landfill Management"

By Kevin Keino

Despite efforts to reduce and recycle waste, Japan faces challenges with landfill capacity, which is diminishing even as the amount of landfill waste decreases. The country had over 1,600 landfills in 2018, with existing space expected to last another twenty years. Some regions struggle to find local landfill space and must transport waste to other areas. This ongoing issue underscores the need for continued emphasis on waste reduction and recycling initiatives to alleviate pressure on landfill sites