PHLUSH in the News

The media covers PHLUSH activities and regularly seeks
out members for comment.

Bloomberg falls short on Public Restrooms

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“Bloomberg falls short on Public Restrooms.”  By Michael Gartland. New York Post. October 27, 2013.

Do You Know Where You’ll Go Poo After a Big Earthquake?

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“Do You Know Where You’ll Go Poo After a Big Earthquake?” By Nathan Gilles. The Portland Mercury. October 16, 2013.

Searching for a proper public restroom

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“Searching for a proper public restroom.”  By Zachariah Bryan. Ballard News-Tribune.  July 31, 2013.

A potty for all people

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“A potty for all people.”  By Aaron Burkhalter. Real Change News. June 26, 2013.

Students flush out ideas for more public restrooms

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“Students flush out ideas for more public restrooms.” By Kari Nelson.  Portland State Vanguard.  April 24, 2013.

PSU students find lack of public restrooms in Portland for homeless population, city residents

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“PSU students find lack of public restrooms in Portland for homeless population, city residents.”  By Sara Hottman.  The Oregonian.  April 5, 2013.

Loos and trash bins lacking in parts of Portland, but downtown is flush

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“Loos and trash bins lacking in parts of Portland, but downtown is flush.” By Sara Hottman. The Oregonian. January 17, 2013.

Potty Break: Chinatown tries to clean up its act with one new program, another in the works

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“Potty Break: Chinatown tries to clean up its act with one new program, another in the works”  By Arvin Temkar. Monterey Bay Weekly. January 10, 2013.

A day to break toilet taboos

By Phlush | December 19, 2019

“A day to break toilet taboos.” By Sumedha Sood.  BBC Travelwise. November 16, 2012.


Join PHLUSH and The Bathroom App’s Restroom Scavenger Hunt!

PHLUSH is excited to announce a new partnership with The Bathroom Company, creators of The Bathroom App—a restroom-finding tool that prioritizes accuracy, reliability, and community-driven data. Unlike other restroom apps, The Bathroom App relies on real people to scout locations and take photos, ensuring better quality data. So far, the app is available in San Francisco and New York…

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Designing for a Shared Reality: What is a Multispecies Approach to Sanitation? 

Designing for a Shared Reality: What is a Multispecies Approach to Sanitation?  By: Kory Russel   At a Venetian Palace overlooking the grand canal, an unexpected exhibit highlighted a universal truth—every living being, from emperors to insects, must excrete waste. This display, "Designing for the Intimate Shared Reality of All…

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Why You Should Consider Making Your Restroom More Inclusive (And How To Do It)

Why You Should Consider Making Your Restroom More Inclusive (And How To Do It) By Kip Earlywine (Used with permission from Green Flush Restrooms) It’s a beautiful day outside, so Dave decides to visit a new city park he hasn’t visited before.  Upon arrival, he’s struck by the care and detail…

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