Anaerobic Digestion

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A process where biodegradable material is broken down by microorganisms in the absence of oxygen in an enclosed vessel. The process produces carbon dioxide, a Biogas and nutrient-rich solids/liquors known as digestate which can be used as fertiliser and compost. Anaerobic digestion uses biodegradable waste materials such as agricultural manure and slurry, Food Waste and Sewage sludge[1].

References

  1. WRAP, 2012. EfW Development Guidance. Waste and Resources Action Programme. http://www.wrap.org.uk/sites/files/wrap/O_And_EFW_Guidance_FULL.pdf