Controlled composting in developing countries

For more than 6 years, pilot and large-scale composting experiments have been done at the University of Vicosa, Brazil. It focused on low-cost technologies, forced aeration techniques, vector and leachate control, process monitoring, staff training, and technical assistance to farms and city council...

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Published in:BioCycle 2001-02, Vol.42 (2), p.84-86
Main Author: PEREIRA-NETO, Joao Tinoco
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Biological and medical sciences
Biological treatment of sewage sludges and wastes
Biotechnology
Case studies
Community
Composting
Councils
Developing countries
Environment and pollution
Environmental quality
Exact sciences and technology
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Industrial applications and implications. Economical aspects
LDCs
Leachates
Municipal government
Pollution
Recycling
Recycling centers
Urban and domestic wastes
Wastes
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Summary:For more than 6 years, pilot and large-scale composting experiments have been done at the University of Vicosa, Brazil. It focused on low-cost technologies, forced aeration techniques, vector and leachate control, process monitoring, staff training, and technical assistance to farms and city councils. The basic strategy has focused on building support and communications with 4 target groups: 1. local community, 2. federal government and institutions, 3. local council and authorities, and 4. local associations and nongovernmental organizations.
ISSN:0276-5055