Since August 2019, Etex Argentina – in association with Selavip and in collaboration with the Madre Tierra Civil Association and the Healthy Children Project – installed 50 biodigesters in Moreno and José C. Paz, villages located in the province of Buenos Aires.
What are biodigesters?
Eternit biodigesters are maintenance-free, mechanised disposal systems that decompose human waste using unique bacteria. The waste is converted into water and biogas that can be used as fuel. The systems do not require the presence of a sewage system, making them ideal for remote and underdeveloped areas where people and environments are most vulnerable.
Why did we install these disposal systems?
Prior to this project, over 200 children and their families had no access to adequate drainage systems and were exposed to health risks. With the help of experts, the communities installed the devices after a training session provided by Etex Argentina.
This project is a great example of how we at Etex are able to identify the most impactful ways to support communities by working together with local initiatives.
