In fresh research, it's been unveiled that landfills in the United States are releasing more methane, a potent greenhouse gas, into the atmosphere than previously estimated. This revelation positions landfills as a major contributor to environmental degradation, ranking them as the third-largest source of methane emissions in the country. The findings underscore the urgent need for enhanced management and mitigation strategies at landfill sites, aiming to curb this escalating threat to the climate.