Alternative sanitation systems use creatures that find homes in human poop. This is an Inside Science story. (Inside Science) -- Big, black wasplike things living in your toilet may sound more like a ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Composting toilets are gaining popularity for a good reason—they ...

Chrissy Wade didn’t think there was anything wrong with the way her family lived on its off-grid farm in Waterville. The four — including two teenagers — inhabit a simple, wood-heated yurt on 56 ...

Which composting toilet is best? If you’re looking to live off-grid or spend more time camping far away from facilities, the number one question is all about number two: what do you do with human ...

The modern flush toilet may be a marvel of engineering but installing one on a boat or RV or in a remote cabin can be challenging. Flush toilets also require a steady supply of water, and the ...