This lesson introduces different excreta storage technologies that are commonly used in developing countries, including latrine pits, tanks and chambers. Participants learn about the basic design and operation of each technology. There is an optional activity to discuss excreta storage in challenging environments.
This lesson introduces different excreta storage technologies that are commonly used in developing countries, including latrine pits, tanks and chambers. Participants learn about the basic design and operation of each technology. There is an optional activity to discuss excreta storage in challenging environments.
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