Facts About Anaerobic Digestion
Anaerobic Digestion is a natural process where plant and animal materials (biomass) are broken down by micro-organisms in the absence of air.
- The Anaerobic Digestion process begins when biomass is put inside a sealed tank or digester.
- Naturally occurring micro-organisms digest the biomass, which releases a methane-rich gas (biogas) that can be used to generate renewable heat and power; this helps cut fossil fuel use and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- The remaining material (digestate) is rich in nutrients, so it can be used as a fertiliser.
Take our Energy Saving Quiz! Discover some interesting facts about energy and how to conserve it!
Decreasing the amount of energy we use but still getting the desired results, has a lot of benefits. The primary benefit would be saving money while also helping the environment.