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Researchers in the UK have shown that human urine could become a low-energy source of crop nutrients instead of being flushed away. Using forward osmosis, they concentrated urine into a fertilizer-rich stream while removing water efficiently. The approach could cut wastewater strain, save energy and
Human urine could help grow food with less energy
Human urine could help grow food with less energy

15.04.2026

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