Wastewater breakthroughs in China
15 Jun 2010 Two years ago, scientists from around the world predicted that China would be leading the way in ‘toilet-to-tap” technology. Under the guidance of Professor Siqing Xia of Tongji University, those predictions have come true. Jonathan Jackson spoke with Professor Xia about the implementation of the technology and further research.

Alternative sewer waste system
26 Aug 2009 Wherever there is no main sewer, generally in rural or remote areas, there is a need for an alternative system to deal with residential human waste.

Toilet revolution in Beijing neighbourhood
16 Feb 2009 Beijing’s fascinating Hutong neighborhoods may be historic, but the plumbing is being thoroughly modernized as the Chinese city races towards the Olympics.

Public toilets in Pakistan
15 Feb 2009 In Lahore, only 21 public toilets have been constructed for a population of 10 million in the city since 2001.

Clean pipes lead to better hospital care
15 Feb 2009 A community hospital facility relies on crucial standards being maintained around the clock.

Sanitary sector in Indonesia
15 Feb 2009 In Indonesia the sanitary problem is economic as well as social.

Positive trends to water and energy commitments
15 Feb 2009 The results of a survey WPR magazine conducted in 2008, unearthed some interesting facts and figures.

Filipino health problems
15 Feb 2009 A recent study by the World Bank and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) found that some 31 Filipinos, mostly children, die every day from diarrhoea due to poor sanitation and hygiene.

Bucket toilet system
15 Feb 2009 The South African ANC Government has reneged on its commitment to eradicate the bucket toilet system in formal settlements by the end of 2007.

Drinking quality in China
15 Feb 2009 More than 40% of drinking water in rural areas of China is unhealthy, according to the Ministry of Health.

Bad water kills more children than war
12 Feb 2009 In the Western world there is scant appreciation of how fortunate we are to have public infrastructure, general good health and pleasant living conditions.

Water and sewerage challenges for major hotels
11 Feb 2009 Water supply and sewerage systems have presented challenges in a major city's landmark hotel building.