Combined Heat and Power
Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI): What It Was, Why It Closed and Lessons for Biogas CHP
The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) was a UK government support scheme designed to encourage the production and use of renewable heat. For the anaerobic digestion and biogas sector, it became particularly important because it could support the use of biogas for heat and, under qualifying arrangements, the useful heat recovered from combined heat and power […]
Combined Heat and Power Advantages and Disadvantages
Combined heat and power advantages and disadvantages need to be considered together before deciding whether CHP, also known as cogeneration, is the right energy solution for a site. The main advantage of combined heat and power (CHP) is straightforward: electricity is generated on-site while heat that would otherwise be wasted is recovered for a useful […]
Biogas CHP Emissions: SCR Systems for NOx Control in Gas Engines
Biogas combined heat and power (CHP) engines are an established way to convert biogas from anaerobic digestion into useful electricity and heat. However, burning biogas in a reciprocating gas engine also produces exhaust emissions, including nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO) and other combustion products. As emission standards have tightened, controlling these pollutants has become […]
Best Biogas Dehumidifier Systems & Solutions
Biogas dehumidifiers improve energy efficiency by removing moisture, enhancing gas quality and protecting equipment from corrosion. Essential components include chillers, heat exchangers, and condensate collectors, providing versatile solutions for various industrial needs while extending equipment lifespan and lowering maintenance costs…
Digestate Drying – Is It Viable Environmentally and Economically?
In the evolving landscape of sustainable agriculture and waste management, digestate drying emerges as a promising solution. Digestate, the byproduct of anaerobic digestion processes, offers significant potential as a renewable fertilizer. However, the process of drying digestate demands considerable energy, primarily in the form of heat. This raises a critical question: Is digestate drying environmentally […]
Integration of Biogas Systems into the Energy System
Biogas systems transform organic waste into renewable energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. They offer scalable solutions, enhancing grid stability and reliability, particularly in rural areas. Innovative technologies drive their efficiency and sustainability, making biogas a vital part of our renewable energy landscape…
Digester Mixers by Landia Raise Biogas Production While Revamping a Troublesome AD Plant
Once again digester mixers installed by Landia have turned out to be a crucial component for success when taming a troublesome AD facility. Let’s have a natter about a proper success story. I’m talking about Eco Verde Energy’s (EVE) revamp at their Anaerobic Digestion (AD)+ plant in Holton, Suffolk. Now, this isn’t just any old […]
Advanced Conversion Technologies Extract Energy from Waste – AD Rivals?
Advanced Conversion Technologies is the term for technologies such as gasification and pyrolysis. These could become competitors with Anaerobic Digestion. In fact, a number of innovative advanced, high-temperature processes for Energy from Waste/ Waste to Energy, are beginning to emerge from the far east. Extracting Energy from Waste Provides a Sustainable Source of Energy Advanced […]
Biogas Power for Low CO2 Emissions & Carbon Negative Electricity
The use of biogas power for renewable low carbon dioxide emissions and, with carbon capture, the ability to provide carbon-negative electricity is unique and growing. In general, the cost of biogas power is slightly higher than the cost of generating electricity from wind or utility-scale solar PV but this is more than offset by the […]
