In Freyberg 's view , the public attitude surrounding the very idea of `` waste '' should be reformed . L.A. is home to America 's largest landfill site , towering as high as a skyscraper . The city has been trying for years to get rid of it and the state government finally agreed in 2008 but only after residents had fought back with protests and petitions. But there is complex science behind a rubbish dump ensuring it is safe and sustainable .
L.A. is home to America 's largest landfill site , towering as high as a skyscraper . The city has been trying for years to get rid of it and the state government finally agreed in 2008 but only after residents had fought back with protests and petitions. But there is complex science behind a rubbish dump ensuring it is safe and sustainable .