m3 ecosan systems and technology components credits contents introduction this module will explain how the water loop can be closed as in before source separation is a prerequisite greywater makes up for largest volume of generated wastewater but contains lowest share nutrients pathogens separated collection treatment volumes amounts per person vary greatly here range from 81 133 l day characteristics constitutes 90 limited amount depending on use phosphate content whether detergents contain or not generally low proportion faecal contamination showering washing clothes diapers indicator bacteria such coliforms may multiply septic tank overestimation risk possible control managing attention to composition soaps cleansers other household chemicals main criteria sizing system hydraulic load easily degradable organic matters bod reducing these parameters gives more cost efficient area saving solutions includes equipment taps showerheads controlled ofdetergents shampoos disposal