Pit Latrines Are Antimicrobial Pollution Hot Spots: Practical Circular Economy and Chemical Engineering Solutions

Stephen Super Barasa; Majid Sedighi; John M. Gardiner

doi:10.1021/acssusresmgt.5c00108

Pit Latrines Are Antimicrobial Pollution Hot Spots: Practical Circular Economy and Chemical Engineering Solutions

Stephen Super Barasa
, Majid Sedighi
, John M. Gardiner

Organic Chemistry Group

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Abstract

This Viewpoint highlights how pit latrines in Nairobi’s Kibera slums pollute the environment with antimicrobial waste and proposes eco-friendly, portable toilets made from recycled plastic as a sustainable sanitation solution.

Original language	English
Journal	ACS Sustainable Resource Management
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1021/acssusresmgt.5c00108
Publication status	Published - 7 May 2025

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 14 Life Below Water

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Pit Latrines Are Antimicrobial Pollution Hot Spots: Practical Circular Economy and Chemical Engineering Solutions

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