The Pigeon d'Or Project Turns "Rats with Wings" into Clean Creatures
Meghan Young — November 26, 2010 — Eco
References: tuurvanbalen & dvice
Considering that pigeons are often described as "rats with wings," I'm not surprised that the Pigeon d'Or project was created. Turning their dirt droppings into detergent--yes, clean, soapy detergent--Tuur Van Balen hopes to make a unique environmental impact in urban cities such as New York and Chicago.
Funded by the Flemish Authorities, the Pigeon d'Or project centers around feeding these birds a special concoction that turns their poop into soap.
Funded by the Flemish Authorities, the Pigeon d'Or project centers around feeding these birds a special concoction that turns their poop into soap.
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