Published - September 6, 2023 @ 2:45 PM
Chiquita's Statement on the LFG Odors
September 6, 2023 – Chiquita, along with its various regulatory oversight agencies, is working diligently in addressing any odors emanating from the Landfill, including identifying underlying causes and communicating openly and transparently with the local community.
The source of the odors is an increase in landfill gas production caused by an unusual reaction occurring deep within an older section of the Landfill. Elimination of the odors from the gas can best be done through the expansion of the landfill’s existing flaring system. That addition of flaring capacity relies on permits and regulatory approvals by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (“SCAQMD”), which are currently in process.”
-Steve Cassulo, District Manager, Chiquita Canyon Landfill
