Abstract
The ever-increasing quantities of solid waste produced by societies around the world demand better treatment options than the traditional "put it in a hole" option. Technologies that mimic natural processes can often avoid by-products and harmful residues; they also offer sustainability. At the University of Western Sydney (UWS), research work is underway to develop biological waste management technology based on a 'whole-of-waste' approach for managing domestic organic waste and wastewater. The technology uses vermicomposting for treating highly putrescible waste. This paper presents some preliminary results of the treatment of solid waste in a prototype vermicomposting unit designed and developed at the research facility.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 10-14 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Environmental Engineer |
| Volume | 6 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 2005 |
Keywords
- Western Sydney University
- refuse and refuse disposal
- vermicomposting
- organic wastes
- waste disposal
