Bio-energy, or waste-to-energy, is the process of turning waste into a renewable energy source. Most waste-to-energy processes generate energy in the form of electricity and/or heat when waste material is incinerated. The energy is either produced directly through combustion, or indirectly by creating a combustible fuel such as methane or synthetic fuels.
Anaerobic Digestion
Anaerobic digestion happens when organic matter such as animal and plant waste decomposes under anaerobic conditions (oxygen-free environment)
Products & By-products
- Biogas
- Biofuel
- Effluent (slurry)
Applications & Benefits
- Electricity generation
- Heating
- Cooling
- Fertiliser
- Waste management
Gasification
Gasification is a flexible and reliable manufacturing process that converts any material containing carbon—such as coal or biomass—into synthesis gas (syngas), which consists of carbon monoxide and hydrogen.
Products & By-products
- Synthesis gas
- Liquid fuel
- Effluent (slurry)
Applications & Benefits
- Electricity generation
- Heating
- Cooling
- Fertiliser
- Waste management
Landfill Gas
Landfill gas is produced when the organic material contained in municipal waste landfills decomposes naturally. The gas produced by this bacterial process can be used as a source of renewable energy.
Products & By-products
- Gas
- Liquid fuel
Applications & Benefits
- Electricity generation
- Heating
- Waste management
- Reduction of harmful gas emissions