Fecal Sludge Management: A Critical Challenge for the Cities in the Developing Countries

Event: Asia Water Week 2013: Securing Water for All (Main Event)

Fecal Sludge Management: A Critical Challenge for the Cities in the Developing Countries

03 December 2013

Author / Speaker:

Aftab Opel, WaterAid Bangladesh - Email the author | Other materials by the author

Khairul Islam, WaterAid Bangladesh - Email the author | Other materials by the author

Although one of the fastest growing mega-cities in the world, Dhaka City in Bangladesh faces serious environmental threat due to its limited sewerage network coverage and fecal sludge management facilities. This presentation highlights the potential environmental consequences of this challenge.

Geographical Focus:

Bangladesh

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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