Problems identifying places to build new landfills has generally resulted in

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As problems with identifying places to build new landfills arise, some densely populated states outsource their MSW to states with less dense populations, leading to environmental justice concerns as poor and rural communities are disproportionately burdened with landfill sites. Option A is incorrect as it presents an unsustainable and harmful solution to the problem. Option B may be a temporary solution, but eventually, these piles would cause problems as well. Option D may also be a potential solution, but it is not a widely used method and presents significant environmental risks.

Problems Identifying Places to Build New Landfills Has Generally Resulted