Project

Nature-based solutions for sustainable sanitation in Ecuador

Code
13v42322-88
Duration
01 September 2023 → 31 August 2024
Funding
Federal funding: VLIR-UOS
Research disciplines
  • Engineering and technology
    • (Waste)water treatment processes
Keywords
constructed wetlands vermifilters Ecuador Sanitation
 
Project description

NATURESS aims to revive decentralized sanitation in rural areas in Ecuador. The project involves nature-based solutions, such as Constructed Wetlands and Vermifilters, adapted through community input. Pilot tests and a modular system implementation are planned, aligning with the SDGs. The project spans three phases, focusing on community needs assessment, pilot experimentation, and real-scale implementation. The initiative emphasizes collaboration with local stakeholders and knowledge dissemination.