Saturday, March 28, 2009

The Humanure Handbook

In my research on water conservation, I fell into the topic of composting toilets. It makes sense to me not to use water in toilets when water availability is an issue as it is on our new land. But I still wanted to know more so I asked around if anyone knew about these devices. My friend from The Veggie Patch Re-imagined recommended I read The Humanure Handbook.


A surprisingly good book!

I really didn't expect much from this book but I ended up finding it absolutely fascinating!

The point of this book is to explain that it is not only possible but a very good idea to compost human body waste. It also explains in detail how to do it safely.

After reading the book, there is no question in my mind what kind of toilets we are installing in our new house! Composting toilets not only reduce water consumption but they also eliminate the risk of the contamination of nearby ground water supply. Plus, you end up with great nutrients for your flower bed or garden. This one is a no-brainer!

All I have to do now is to convince my husband...
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2 comments:

  1. LindaMarch 29, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    I followed a link from The veggie plot re-imagined to your new blog. I've added you to my Canadian blogroll so I can visit often and see your progress. Good luck with the water situation.

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  2. Ottawa GardenerMarch 29, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    I would love to use some form of this. As it is, only yellow goes in occasionally with the normal greens and browns (by this I mean dirt and dry matter) in our compost.

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