What the Project Is
Mosan presents a vision of a world without wastewater contamination and harmful agrochemicals. The goal is to create clean environments and better hygiene, where organic farming enables healthier, happier lives for everyone. At its core, the project is a comprehensive sanitation system that includes an aspirational in-home dry toilet paired with feasible treatment technologies and services. Mosan transforms human excreta into valuable resources and replaces artificial fertilizers, thereby closing nutrient cycles and supporting long-term regeneration. This dynamic system adapts to various local contexts—from densely populated settlements to challenging environments worldwide—ensuring that innovative ecological sanitation is available even when traditional sanitation infrastructures fall short.
Main Benefits
The project boasts several key advantages and figures that underscore its potential impact:
- Addresses the global crisis where 3.6 billion people lack access to safe sanitation
- Prevents the contamination of environments through improved hygiene practices
- Reduces the spread of diseases by promoting a clean and healthy future
- Recovers over 45 million tonnes of sewage sludge annually, transforming waste into resources
- Selected from over 11,000 applications to be among 140 innovations showcased at Expo 2020 Dubai
Modern Sanitation Innovations
At the heart of Mosan lies a transportable dry toilet—a modern sanitation marvel designed for use in areas where conventional systems may not be feasible. It is much more than just a plastic box style toilet; it is an integrated resource recovery and reuse system that adapts seamlessly to the local context. This pragmatic approach helps break the transmission cycles of diseases while offering a culturally appropriate solution that nurtures community health. The design is not only functional but also elegant—a true status symbol of dignity and a commitment to a clean future… It’s all about innovation meeting real-world needs in a friendly, engaging way.
Circular Systems in Action
Mosan’s circular system is all about turning challenges into opportunities. The toilet-to-field concept is central, as it transforms waste into biochar fertilizer and other beneficial resources. In doing so, the system replaces synthetic fertilizers, which often come with high price volatility, with a sustainable alternative derived from recovered nutrients. This closed-loop approach supports organic farming practices while mitigating climate change by reducing contamination and supporting long-term environmental regeneration. The transformation is subtle yet profound—a continuous cycle that promotes ecological balance, improved hygiene, and overall public health.
Designed for Dignity
Community awareness is built right into the design and implementation of Mosan. Capacity-building initiatives promote healthier practices in communities, organizations, and institutions. This integrated approach not only improves quality of life through better hygiene but also empowers local people to take charge of their sanitation needs. The elegant design of the Mosan Toilet elevates it beyond conventional sanitation solutions, representing dignity, pride, and a healthier future. With its adaptable design and forward-thinking features, Mosan serves as both a practical solution and an emblem of progress.
Project Impact
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being – Reduced disease spread and better hygiene
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – Promotes safe, effective sanitation methods
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Provides adaptable sanitation to urban settlements
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Closes nutrient cycles and recycles valuable resources
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Offers a climate-positive, innovative approach to waste treatment
A Brighter, Sustainable Future
Mosan’s integrated resource recovery and reuse system is a mobile sanitation solution that plays a crucial role in tackling a global crisis. By transforming harmful waste into valuable nutrients and sustainable biochar fertilizer, the project offers an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic imports. As communities learn about healthier practices through capacity-building initiatives, a creative movement emerges that supports long-term behavior change. The approach is both pragmatic and visionary—a blend of innovative waste treatment and community empowerment that works towards a world free from contamination and filled with promise. Mosan is not just about sanitation—it is about ensuring a brighter, healthier future where every community, regardless of location, can thrive sustainably… The future is clean, dignified, and remarkably achievable with innovations like these.
