How human waste could one day power your pools and schools
An Australian initiative aims to convert wastewater into renewable energy, tapping into thermal energy from sewage. Barwon Asset Systems, leading the project, could save municipalities up to $300,000 annually per pool. The technology has the potential to reduce carbon emissions and relieve strain on the power grid, with plans for nine projects underway.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 05:35 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 05:40 UTC
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