Mobile Toilets at Northwest University

Northwest University has various types of mobile toilets or special toilet facilities.

Firstly, dedicated eco-friendly toilets
Shaanxi Zhongtai Environmental Protection Engineering Co., Ltd. once supplied dedicated eco-friendly toilets to Northwest University. These toilets are typically constructed using eco-friendly materials and technologies, offering advantages in sewage treatment and resource recycling. For example, they may employ biodegradation technology to process excrement, converting feces into organic fertilizer and reducing environmental pollution. In terms of water conservation, they utilize new flushing devices or waterless designs to lower water consumption. The installation of dedicated eco-friendly toilets reflects Northwest University's emphasis on environmental protection concepts in campus construction, providing a relatively hygienic and eco-friendly toilet environment for teachers, students, and visitors.

Secondly, unisex standing urination toilets
A unisex standing urination toilet is located under the overpass at the west gate of Northwest University in Xi'an, invented by Ye Ganlin, a retired staff member of Northwest University. Since 2005, it has been situated under the overpass at the west gate of Northwest University on Taibai North Road and has been open to the public free of charge for a long time. The design of this toilet breaks the gender boundaries of traditional toilets, offering convenience to those with a need for standing urination. For men, the usage is similar to that of traditional urinals; for women, although standing urination requires certain skills and an adaptation process, it can serve as an option in specific situations, such as emergencies or physical inconveniences. This innovative design not only saves space but also improves the toilet's usage efficiency, especially in areas with high foot traffic, alleviating the pressure of toilet queues. Meanwhile, the long-term free-of-charge policy reflects its public welfare nature, providing convenience for passersby.

These toilet facilities at Northwest University, whether dedicated eco-friendly toilets or unisex standing urination toilets, meet the needs of the campus and surrounding population in different ways, demonstrating the school's innovation and humanistic care in infrastructure construction.