To achieve Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), a town replaces traditional flush toilets with ecological sanitation (EcoSan) toilets. How do EcoSan toilets primarily contribute to a circular green economy?

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A By generating high-voltage electricity via micro-turbines.
B By dehydrating and separating human excreta to safely convert it into nutrient-rich agricultural fertilizer.
C By using chemical bleach to dissolve plastics instantly.
D By filtering rainwater

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Answer: B. By dehydrating and separating human excreta to safely convert it into nutrient-rich agricultural fertilizer.

• Answer: B
• Explanation: EcoSan toilets operate on the principle of closing the nutrient loop. They are dry toilets that separate urine and feces without using water, killing pathogens through storage/dehydration and turning human waste into a safe, organic resource for soil conditioning and agriculture.

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To achieve Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), a town replaces traditional flush toilets with ecological sanitation (EcoSan) toilets. How do EcoSan toilets primarily contribute to a circular green economy?

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