Within our project we want to take back the responsibility of all the waste we create, including the ‘leftover material’ coming from our own bodies. By using a compost toilet we want to transform this human ‘waste’ into a valuable resource. We collect our excrements and urine at a compost pile that will reach high temperatures, which will break down harmful pathogens. After 2-3 years this will result in a high quality compost soil which can be used again to grow vegetables in the garden. This way we hope to become a part once again of the natural cycle. Are you interested in starting your own compost journey? Check out The Humanure Handbook for some useful information! This compost toilet was designed by Mirte Menève and constructed by various participants throughout a course of workshops. When designing a new structure on our settlements, we want to involve as many people so we can all learn from this experience.
