Based on the concept of the ancient midden where waste would provide heat, material to burn and composted biomass, the Sustain Super-Midden is designed to turn landfill sites into energy, heat, food, and fertiliser generating centres for the benefit of the local community.
Combined with heat extracted from the landfill site, and power from the on-site energy from waste plant, the positively pressured, inflatable growing domes will be kept at a perfect growing temperature for horticulture throughout the seasons. Read more >>
Through a series of wells placed within the landfill, gases from waste decomposition are collected and piped to a central location where it is cleaned and used to fuel a Combined Heat and Power Gas Engine. Read more >>
Using the landfill as a distribution hub, just-in-time food will be delivered daily, reducing food miles and removing the need for large storage and warehousing operations. This approach enables cheaper and more sustainable food. Read more >>
Leachate from landfill can be harvested and is high in phosphates which can be refined into fertiliser, providing a sustainable alternative. Read more >>
Specifically designed to be biosecure and fully encapsulated, our flexible growing domes will be located on securely sealed landfill cells. Methane gas produced from within these cells will be used to produce sustainable energy and heat, helping to maintain the perfect growing temperature for horticulture throughout the seasons.
The Grinch That Stole Christmas
Looking back at last year’s pre-Christmas blog, I asked two questions. First: ‘Will 2025 see a change of tack by Wiltshire County Council in relation to the Super-Midden? Second: ‘Will the logjams that we’ve experienced in planning and permit requests be eased, and maybe even removed?’ At that point I took the view that inertia […]
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Delays, Determination, and Real Progress
It’s been a while since our last update—mainly because we’ve been working hard behind the scenes and navigating a few frustrating hurdles. So, let’s start with the challenges and end with the good news (and there is good news!). Planning Delays and Radio Silence Despite words of strong support from Wiltshire’s councillors earlier in the […]
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