Modern societies have undoubtedly improved our quality of life, particularly in terms of hygiene, through effective wastewater management systems.
These systems have played a crucial role in reducing the spread of diseases in urban areas. However, they come with a set of environmental challenges, with an ever-increasing accumulation of contaminants in our clear water sources, necessitating extensive purification processes for micro-particles and toxic residues, notably stemming from medications. Furthermore, wastewater treatment consumes a considerable amount of energy.
How could we adopt circular economy principles in the management of our toilets?