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Bio Gas
Bio Gas is most commonly also known as Biomethane. It’s also sometimes called marsh gas, sewer gas, compost gas and swamp gas in the US.
Bio Gas is a naturally occurring and renewable source of energy, resulting From the breakdown of organic matter. Biogas is not to be confused with ‘Natural’ gas, which is a non-renewable source of power.
How Does Biogas Work?
- Feedstock Collection – Organic waste like food scraps, manure, and crop residues is collected.
- Anaerobic Digestion – Microorganisms break down the waste in an oxygen-free environment, producing biogas.
- Gas Collection – The produced methane-rich biogas is collected in a storage system.
- Utilization – Biogas is used for cooking, electricity generation, heating, or as vehicle fuel.
- Byproduct (Digestate) Usage – The leftover material, known as digestate, is used as a nutrient-rich organic fertilizer.
Advantages of Biogas
- Reduces dependence on fossil fuels.
- Converts waste into energy, reducing landfill waste.
- Lowers greenhouse gas emissions, helping combat climate change.
- Produces organic fertilizer as a byproduct, improving soil health.
- Cost-effective and sustainable energy source.
- Reduces indoor air pollution compared to traditional wood or charcoal cooking.
- Provides energy security in rural and off-grid areas.
Applications of Biogas
Cooking Fuel
Electricity Generation
Vehicle Fuel (Bio-CNG)
Industrial Use
Waste Management
