Nature-based solutions for sustainable sanitation in Ecuador (NATURESS)

Duration

2024-2029

Lead institutions

Universiteit Gent

Universidad de Cuenca , Universidad del Azuay

Academic partners

Diederik Rousseau

Andrés Alvarado Martínez , María Belén Arévalo Durazno

Project status

Ongoing

Programme

TEAM

Total budget

299,195.84

Summary

NATURESS aims to revive decentralized sanitation in rural areas in Ecuador. The project involves nature-based solutions, such as Constructed Wetlands and Vermifilters, adapted through community input. Pilot tests and a modular system implementation are planned, aligning with the SDGs. The project spans 3 phases, focusing on community needs assessment, pilot experimentation, and real-scale implementation. The initiative emphasizes collaboration with local stakeholders and knowledge dissemination.