CHEM MET GOVERNMENT SERVICES Landfill, Honolulu, Hawaii - Solid Waste Management

CHEM MET GOVERNMENT SERVICES is a landfill facility located at 5 Sand Island Access Rd, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the solid waste management infrastructure of Honolulu County. As a landfill, it provides essential disposal services for municipal solid waste generated in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act (CAA) landfill gas rules. These regulations require proper liner systems, leachate collection, and gas management to minimize environmental impact. The NAICS codes 562211 and 562212 indicate that the facility is involved in hazardous waste treatment and disposal as well as solid waste landfill operations. Located on Sand Island, the landfill is situated in an industrial area near Honolulu Harbor. Its proximity to urban centers and water bodies necessitates robust environmental controls to manage leachate and landfill gas. The facility contributes to the circular economy by managing waste streams and potentially recovering energy from landfill gas, aligning with Hawaii's goals for sustainable waste management.

The landfill is located on Sand Island in Honolulu Harbor, an area with significant groundwater and surface water resources. Effective leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of nearby water bodies. Landfill gas collection systems are important to mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. The facility's proximity to residential and commercial areas also requires careful management of traffic, odor, and noise to minimize community impact.