Another thought: the comparison of the inputs and outputs for Terra
Firma
and KCDC in Bangalore suggests that there is not a steady relation
between
materials taken into a plant and quantities of compost produced.
This
means that there could be an unknown margin of error in predictions
made
when designing compost plants of various types. It is an aspect
of the
operation of such plants that should be monitored over time.
Chris
Christine Furedy, D. Phil.
Senior Scholar & Professor Emerita
Urban Studies, York University
Adjunct Professor, Institute of Environmental Studies,
University of Toronto
Member, Board of Directors, Toronto-Calcutta Association