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in the Spanish province of

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. It is located south of the capital. It is as large as 52 football pitches, and it stores the non-degradable materials of the area. It is named for the nearby village of

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History

The Gardelegi dump opened in 1973. Initially, it was used by construction companies. In 1986, Gardelegi dump was declared the municipal dump of

. The Onandia Company fenced the area and constructed a building to control the scraps. The dump was improved over the years, but the most important work was done in 2003: the dump was expanded and a

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plant was incorporated. The equipment for the plant, the biggest in Spain, cost more than seven million

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s; it recycles rubbish before taking the remainder to the Gardelegi dump. In 2011 Gasteiz mayor

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expanded Gardlegi dump again: the buildings were improved, and the dump adopted new methods for security and protection of the environment. The upgrade cost more than five million euros.

Activity of the dump

The Gardelegi dump and la Avenida de los Huetos are the biggest dumps of Álava. In 2010, the dumps received more than of waste during the year, more than in 2009. The dumps collect all types of materials, from rubble and metals to

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and white goods, but the most common material is

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: in both dumps, half of their space is full of wood.

Social situation

Since the Gardelegi dump was built, opponents have criticized it for causing health problems, excessive cost and ecological damage. Some residents from Vitoria-Gasteiz have asked for the closure of the place.

External links

Website of the city council of Vitoria-Gasteiz

"El Diario Vasco – Ampliacion de Gardelegi"

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History

Activity of the dump

Social situation

See also

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