Did you know that the end product of sewage treatment plants can be used for farming?

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In this video, we'll explore why human manure should be the end product of sewage treatment plants instead of bio-solids and show case our work in this context.
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Human waste is a major problem worldwide. The amount of wastewater produced by cities and towns is growing exponentially as urbanisation increases. Before this wastewater is released back into the environment, sewage treatment plants are required to treat and purify it.
However, most sewage treatment plants produce biosolids, which are frequently used for agricultural purposes. Instead of biosolids, we argue that human waste should be the final product of sewage treatment plants.
Biosolids are the nutrient-rich byproduct of wastewater treatment at a sewage treatment facility. They may be used for agricultural purposes, but they frequently contain heavy metals, pathogens, and other contaminants that pose a threat to human and animal health. In addition, the use of biosolids as fertiliser is frequently frowned upon due to the risk of contaminating crops with harmful substances.
In contrast, human waste is an excellent source of organic fertiliser that can be utilised in agriculture. Human manure is nutrient- and organic-matter-rich, which can improve soil health and increase crop yields. In addition, it does not contain any toxic chemicals or heavy metals that may be found in biosolids.
Utilizing human faeces as the final product of sewage treatment plants has numerous advantages. First, it reduces the production of biosolids, which pose a significant threat to human and environmental health.
Second, it provides an eco-friendly waste management solution by transforming human waste into a valuable resource. Thirdly, it can contribute to the promotion of sustainable agricultural practises by reducing the use of chemical fertilisers.
Pathogens may be present in human waste, which poses a difficulty when using it as a fertiliser. However, if the waste is properly treated, including heating to kill pathogens, it can be used as fertiliser safely.