With an increase in temperature comes a potential increase in odours. Waste may need to be treated more quickly to prevent odour issues developing. Waste facilities that are not entirely enclosed (for example, waste transfer stations and composting facilities) are the most vulnerable to odour issues as the temperature increases. Although current summertime maximum temperatures are increasing, they have not yet warranted design changes in these facilities.
However, with temperatures predicted to continue rising, design solutions such as enclosing waste storage areas or alternative environmental abatement techniques may need to be considered.