Faecal Sludge Management and Appropriate Technology for Faecal Sludge Treatment- A Review

Abstract

-The primary objective of this study is to identify the issues due to faecal sludge or septage issues in villages and cities, effects on water bodies, resources, human being and other species like animals, birds and water animals. In many countries, the large numbers of septic tanks have been constructed in rural and urban areas recently but as there is no faecal treatment facility provided. Also identify the appropriate low cost and eco-friendly technologies available in market for treating the faecal sludge or septage and reduce or avoid spreading diseases and control Environmental Pollution. Key Words: Faecal Sludge Management, Septage, Treatment, Water Bodies, Villages and Cities, Vermifilter, Earthworm, Tiger Biofilter