Case Studies

  • Sustainable Educational Farm

    Sustainable Educational Farm

    Malaysia

    The University of Technology Malaysia's (UTM) Living Laboratory turns campus food waste into sustainable resources. This project, supported by EMRO Malaysia, engages students and the local community in composting and sustainable farming, transforming over 2 tons of organic waste into valuable compost and eco-friendly products. more

  • From Waste to Organic Fertilizer

    From Waste to Organic Fertilizer

    Indonesia

    Bali, Indonesia, faces significant waste management challenges due to growing tourism. The local government’s 3R (Reuse, Reduce, Recycle) system, launched in August 2021, involves community participation in sorting waste and using EM Technology at the "TPS 3R" station to convert household waste into organic fertilizer. This initiative not only addresses waste issues but also promotes sustainable agricultural practices, preserving Bali's natural beauty and supporting its economy. more

  • Toward a recycling-oriented society with a community-based biomass center

    Toward a recycling-oriented society with a community-based biomass center

    Japan

    The goal of Kitanakagusuku Village Biomass Recycling Center in Okinawa Japan is to reactivate agriculture while reducing plant residues, aiming to convert them into high-quality resources with EM technology. more

  • Odor and flies vanish from the landfill

    Odor and flies vanish from the landfill

    Costa Rica

    EM helps treat the residential waste in Aserri district in Costa Rica.
    They apply EM treatment in the landfill as well as the waste water treatment facility. more

  • Recycling Waste for the Community Wellbeing

    Recycling Waste for the Community Wellbeing

    Thailand

    The Recycle Center of Pobsook in Thailand was established to recycle household waste and convert it into organic fertilizer. The center also offers lectures to promote the importance of waste classification for residents, school students, public officials and people from Thailand and even overseas. more

  • Aiming for an ecologically minded town

    Aiming for an ecologically minded town

    Japan

    In Funao Town, the local government and residents are working together to make their lives more sustainable. Kitchen waste is collected from each household and processed into high quality fertilizer using EM Bokashi. more