The amount of waste buried can vary depending on several factors such as the type of waste, the location, the time period, and the waste management practices in place.
For instance, in the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that approximately 258 million tons of municipal solid waste were generated in 2021, out of which 57% was recycled or composted and the remaining 43% (111 million tons) was landfilled.
However, the amount of waste buried may vary significantly in other countries or regions and also over different periods of time.