Turnkey Recycling and Environmental Enterprise (TREE) - Landfill in Rochester, New Hampshire

Turnkey Recycling and Environmental Enterprise (TREE) is a landfill facility located at 90 Rochester Neck Road in Rochester, New Hampshire, United States. Owned and operated by WM, the facility has been in operation since 1979 and is projected to close in 2035. It serves the solid waste management needs of the region under the regulatory oversight of the US EPA and New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services. As a Subtitle D municipal solid waste landfill, TREE operates under the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations, which govern liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management. The facility is also subject to the Clean Air Act's landfill gas emission standards, requiring gas collection and control systems to mitigate methane emissions. The landfill's long operational history and planned closure date indicate a mature site with established infrastructure. The facility plays a key role in managing solid waste for the Rochester area and surrounding communities. Its proximity to the Cocheco River and residential areas necessitates robust environmental controls, particularly for leachate management and groundwater protection. As a WM-operated site, it benefits from corporate resources and compliance programs, contributing to its operational stability and environmental performance.

The TREE landfill is located in Strafford County, New Hampshire, an area with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial land uses. The facility's proximity to the Cocheco River and groundwater resources requires careful leachate management to prevent contamination. Landfill gas generation from decomposing waste must be controlled to reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity also raises concerns about odor, traffic, and potential health impacts, necessitating ongoing monitoring and mitigation measures.