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From the invention of the water closet to the rise of centralised sewer networks, the UK’s 19th-century drainage systems shaped global patterns of water use, sanitation access, and nutrient management. But in a rapidly urbanising and resource-constrained world, those historical defaults are showing their limits. This session offers a deep dive into the legacy of circular sanitation and the environmental consequences of wastewater infrastructure. It will explore how early design choices continue to influence modern plumbing, and why it’s time to rethink the systems we’ve inherited—through the lens of equity, resilience, and regenerative practice. The conversation sets the stage for a day focused on inclusive design, community-led innovation, and cross-sector strategies for delivering safe sanitation in diverse contexts.