The phrase "former landfill" means an area that used to be a place where garbage and waste were buried, but is not being used for that purpose anymore. Full definition
NYSERDA and Onyx Renewable Partners Announce Completion of City of Saratoga Springs Solar Project at Former Landfill (nyserda.ny.gov)
Another major project in the plan is the development of a 56 - acre former landfill in the northwestern part of the village into a recreation area. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
The project is another addition to the long under - construction former landfill Freshkills Park and aims to be completed by the summer of 2015, the Parks Department said. (dnainfo.com)