Abstract
Vermitechnology offers a practical and sustainable solution for managing organic waste while contributing to agricultural productivity and environmental conservation. This technique leverages the transformative capabilities of earthworms to convert organic waste into valuable resources. This method reduces landfill waste, eliminates harmful pathogens, and improves soil health. It also supports industries like food production, brewing, and textiles by turning their organic waste into valuable fertilizers and soil conditioners. This study explores the potential of vermitechnology to address environmental, economic, and social challenges. It highlights the role of this approach in recycling waste, enriching soil, and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. We further demonstrate how vermitechnology can drive green entrepreneurship, support community development, and promote a circular economy. By focusing on waste-to-wealth initiatives, vermitechnology proves to be a powerful tool for sustainable development and resource optimization.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Vermitechnology: Economic, Environmental and Agricultural Sustainability |
| Editors | Sesan Abiodun Aransiola, Naga Raju Maddela |
| Place of Publication | Switzerland |
| Publisher | Springer |
| Pages | 41-60 |
| Number of pages | 20 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9783031962127 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9783031962110 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2025 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger
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SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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SDG 15 Life on Land
Keywords
- Earthworms
- Environmental protection
- Fertilizer
- Organic wastes
- Waste management
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