Ecological sanitation systems are of particular interest in hot arid climates where water is in short supply. This article compares the effectiveness of dehydrating and biodegrading toilets in reducing pathogenic microorganisms in human waste.
| Title | Evaluation of waterless sanitation for hot arid climates |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2003 |
| Authors | Graham, JP, Redlinger, T, Corella-Barud, V |
| Pagination | p. 22-25 : 1 box, 2 photogr., 2 tab. |
| Date Published | 2003-10-01 |
| Keywords | arid zones, biodegradation, composting latrines, double vault composting latrines, ecological sanitation, hot climate, laboratory testing, sdisan |
| Abstract | Ecological sanitation systems are of particular interest in hot arid climates where water is in short supply. This article compares the effectiveness of dehydrating and biodegrading toilets in reducing pathogenic microorganisms in human waste. (author's summary) |
| Notes | 9 ref. |
| Custom 1 | 321.2 |
