One argument in favor of Cary’s recycling program is to reduce solid waste in landfills. While recycling of certain materials makes sense, for others disposal in a modern landfill is the best option both for the environment and our economy. Contrary to popular belief, modern landfills are environmentally safe, relatively small, no longer odorous and rat infested, and there is plenty of space for them near Cary. They provide a very cost-effective means of disposal of our refuse, create new open space for recreation and even provide a clean renewable energy through the extraction of landfill gases. Read more to learn about advanced technology for waste management.