GIS-MCDM integrated approach for suitable landfill site selection: a case study of the southwestern part of Bejaia Province, Algeria.

Selecting optimal landfill sites is a critical challenge in household waste management. In response to the environmental issues posed by open dumps in southwestern Bejaia province, this study adopts an integrated GIS-MCDM approach to identify suitable locations for new landfill sites. Initially, key environmental and socio-economic criteria were determined through a review of national regulations, expert opinions, and relevant literature.