Anaerobic Digestion
Biomethane in Northern Ireland: How the Region Could Lead the UK’s Green Gas Revolution
Biomethane is being introduced into Northern Ireland’s gas network to help decarbonize its energy supply, with the first injection into the grid occurring in November 2023. The potential exists for the province to develop a lead, but is the government doing enough? Produced from agricultural and food waste through anaerobic digestion, biomethane can be used […]
How Anaerobic Digestion Reduces Landfill Reliance — and Why It’s Better Than Incineration for a Circular Future
Anaerobic digestion (AD) is remarkable for its ability to reduce landfill reliance by diverting organic waste from landfills, where it would otherwise release methane, and transforming it into valuable products like renewable biogas and fertiliser. Read on and find out how it gets even better, because this process significantly decreases the volume of waste sent […]
Biogas Inhibition Tests for Inhibitors Such as High Ammonia in AD Substrates
Quick Biogas Inhibition Tests to identify inhibitors in Biogas Substrates are badly needed by the commercial biogas plant industry. Traditional methods, such as the Dairy Farmer’s “Aerobic Plate Count” inhibitor test, are not directly applicable to anaerobic biogas conditions, so a New Biogas Substrate Inhibition Test Method has been badly needed. Read on to find […]
Fixed Dome Biogas Plant Design & Installation Guide
Fixed dome biogas plants offer a sustainable energy solution with lifespans over 20 years, converting waste into fuel. Their underground design provides natural pressure and temperature stability, saving surface space. Proper site selection and construction enhance efficiency, making them ideal for developing regions seeking energy independence…
Biogas Yield Analysis & Best Practices: Maximizing Output from Food Waste
Food waste can generate up to 0.65 m³ of biogas per kg of dry matter. Optimising conditions like temperature, pH, and co-digestion with other substrates can significantly boost biogas yields, transforming organic waste into a sustainable energy source while reducing environmental impact…
What Does it Mean if a Process is Anaerobic? Definition & Explanation
An anaerobic process is any biological or chemical process that occurs without oxygen. Key examples include anaerobic respiration, where cells generate energy sans oxygen, and anaerobic digestion, where organisms break down waste to produce biogas, illustrating the essentiality of such processes in oxygen-limited environments…
Anaerobic Digestion Process Steps: From Trash to Cash
There are just four core biochemical anaerobic digestion process steps. They are Hydrolysis, where complex organic matter is broken into simple sugars and amino acids; Acidogenesis, where these are converted into volatile fatty acids, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide; Acetogenesis, where fatty acids are transformed into acetic acid, and finally Methanogenesis, where acetic acid, hydrogen, and […]
UK Renewable Energy Market Services: Helping Generators Optimise their C-Zero Assets
UK Renewable Energy Market Services help maximise asset value for renewable generators by monetising REGOs, RGGOs, and RTFCs. With expert trading strategies, certificate management, and PPAs, companies like C-Zero Markets offer solutions to boost revenue by up to 20%, navigating regulatory complexities effectively…
UK Anaerobic Digestion Capacity Now Powers Over 2 Million Homes: A Remarkable Growth Story
From One Million to Over 2 Million: The Extraordinary Journey Continues Back in 2017, we celebrated a significant milestone when UK anaerobic digestion (AD) capacity had grown enough to power one million homes. At the time, we were cautiously optimistic about the industry’s future, wondering if the rapid growth rate could be sustained. Today, we’re […]
What is the Anaerobic Process – Explained Simply
Many waste management professionals face a common question. They need to explain what is the anaerobic process in simple words, without confusing clients or team members. Sometimes, it can be hard to describe how microorganisms work without oxygen or why this matters for energy production and waste treatment. One interesting fact is that anaerobic respiration […]
Fugitive Emissions Testing: The Complete Guide for the Biogas Industry UK
Fugitive Emissions Testing: A Comprehensive LDAR Handbook for the UK Biogas Sector Did you know? Up to 3% of valuable biogas can quietly dissipate every year from a typical UK plant as fugitive emissions—enough to damage your bottom line and the environment. This is more than just an operational hiccup; it’s a hidden threat to […]
Smart Biogas Systems, Solutions & Benefits Overview
Smart biogas systems revolutionize renewable energy by integrating sensors and data analytics, boosting efficiency and safety. They cut greenhouse gas emissions, create valuable byproducts, and enable real-time monitoring for enhanced performance. This technology democratizes access to renewable energy for homes and businesses, offering new revenue streams…
Common Anaerobic Digester Foaming Issues and How to Solve Them
Anaerobic digester foaming can disrupt treatment processes, caused by high organic loads and filamentous bacteria. Prevention involves careful management and monitoring. Addressing root causes upstream and considering anti-foam agents can mitigate issues. Effective control ensures operational stability and prevents serious operational problems from escalating into costly disruptions…
Unlock Anaerobic Digestion Food Waste Benefits Today
Did you know that for every tonne of food waste diverted from landfill using anaerobic digestion, up to 1.9 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions are avoided? As the UK rushes to meet the 2026 “Simpler Recycling” deadline, England’s councils face not only an urgent climate responsibility but also a hidden environmental threat: microplastics. This article […]
Biogas Digester Tank Mixer Chosen for High Methane Output at New Taiwan AD Plant
Editor’s Note – August 2025 Update When we first published this article back in December 2021, it was in the early days of Taiwan’s ambitious journey into livestock-based biogas production. At the time, we spotlighted a rising star in digester mixing: the Landia GasMix system. Four years later, this is far from being old news. […]
