Author: Lilian

Hey guys, while l was looking for pictures for the flyer, I found this website that sells jute mats for farming.  I copied their description of the product and pasted it below. As you can see it talks about the benefits of jute, as well as how long the jute lasts. We can mention it if the professors ask us how durable (time wise) the material is. Also I linked the website if you want to check it out

“Jute Mesh Erosion Control Mat, 4’ x 225’

Excellent for controlling erosion on moderately steep slopes and channels with average water velocities as well as stabilized slopes and shallow channels. The coarse, open mesh fabric keeps soil in place allowing plant material to grow. Water Assumption Capacity: 450% of materials weight. Durability: 1-2 years. Roll Size: 100 square yards (4’W x 225’L).”

https://www.forestry-suppliers.com/product_pages/products.php?mi=4064

Quick update. The draft of our brochure is done! It’s not 100% final since it still is a draft, but its full of good information. Check it out on Blackboard under group blog, and lets discuss comments during  the next group meeting. I’ll be bringing in a paper copy as well.

 

For the week of April 22-26 our group plans to come to a decision on which of our 3 solutions is the best to move forward with. By using the decision matrix, we will weigh out the pros and cons of our solutions. Once deciding on the best solution, we will proceed to draft a brochure that will be presented to the people of Haiti in hopes of opening their minds to what our solution can accomplish. Keep on checking in for more updates on our process!

Hi all! I was looking at this cool website that lists about why composting toilets are good for soil. Basically to summarize what the article says is that the benefits of using a composting toilet is that it will help save water,  since no water will be used to flush the waste. The waste itself decomposes, and in a way “self cleans” itself from harmful bacteria leaving only the nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These are very essential nutrients for the growth of plants. Another reason why it is beneficial, is because many farmers use fertilizer that has inorganic materials that are easily washed away from heavy rainfall. I keep mentioning this composting idea, because I think we can incorporate this solution into our own solution. I have linked the article below.

https://holisticmanagement.org/land/composting-toilets-improve-food-soil-health/