by Madeline Marriott | Jul 23, 2024 | Blog, Clivus Multrum, Nature Loo
We can’t compare apples and oranges, so let us first look at the characteristics we can use to separate these eco-toilets into manageable side-by-side comparisons. We will start with Split vs Self-Contained Systems. When we are helping you find the right toilet...
by Madeline Marriott | Apr 29, 2024 | Blog
Discover the truth behind popular myths about composting toilets and learn why they are a sustainable and eco-friendly option for waste management. Composting toilets work by providing an environment that promotes the decomposition of organic matter, including human...
by Madeline Marriott | Mar 28, 2024 | Blog, FAQ
Our composting toilets remain odourless through a combination of factors. They utilise aerobic microbes (microorganisms) and bacteria for decomposition, requiring oxygen-rich conditions. These bacteria break down waste efficiently, minimising odour production. In...
by Madeline Marriott | Oct 20, 2023 | Blog, Nature Loo
What does "award winning compost toilet" mean? Our Nature Loo Alectura has received a prestigious accolade, recognising the outstanding product design and innovation. The Good Design Award Gold Winner accolade means we have been selected as one of the top five...
by Madeline Marriott | Jul 7, 2021 | Case Study, Clivus Multrum, Domestic
Elle wanted a system that was as environmentally friendly as possible. An off-grid composting system that required minimal power input from her solar system was the logical choice. “Originally I had another in house system that required too much maintenance, and...
by Madeline Marriott | Jan 21, 2021 | Blog, FAQ
If you’ve recently purchased a composting toilet or are thinking of buying one, you will no doubt have several questions about waste management, how to handle it and what you can use it on and for. One question we get asked a lot is how to dispose of or how to use...
by Madeline Marriott | Jul 31, 2019 | Case Study, Clivus Multrum, Commercial
Background Situated 15 kilometres north-east of Port Douglas, the Low Isles comprise a four-acre coral cay surrounded by 55 acres of reef within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Area. Low Isles is also a popular tourist destination and...
by Madeline Marriott | Mar 12, 2019 | Case Study, Clivus Multrum, Commercial
In April 2017 three brand new Clivus Multrum composting toilets were installed at Kiabola Beach Primary School located in the Trobriand Islands in Papua New Guinea. This school has about 250 teachers and students and previously they have had to use pit toilets. This...
by Madeline Marriott | Mar 12, 2019 | Case Study, Clivus Multrum, Commercial
Challenge Kanyana Park is a lookout point with beautiful views out over Moreton Bay. Approximately 16,000 to 20,000 people visit the park annually. There is only tank water on the site, no sewerage and no electricity so a composting toilet was the most practical and...
by Madeline Marriott | Mar 12, 2019 | Case Study, Clivus Multrum, Commercial
Challenge When we found out that the Charles Sturt University, Albury Wodonga campus was looking at reducing their environmental impact we knew that our range of composting toilets would easily meet their standards, be large enough to handle the capacity of the...