Filtration of Biogas and Methane:

Biogas mainly consists of methane (CH4) and carbon dioxide (CO2), with a typical distribution of about 60% methane and 40% carbon dioxide. However, this ratio can vary significantly depending on the type of waste used in its production, usually ranging between 45-75% methane and 25-55% carbon dioxide.

To achieve the required purity standards, biogas must be cleaned of oil and liquid contaminants. This is done through filtration processes using a P-ED filter house that contains a filter. These filters can withstand high temperatures, making them particularly suitable for treating biogas.

Understanding Biogas:

Biogas, also referred to as biomethane, is a type of renewable energy produced by transforming organic material such as food waste, plant debris, urban waste, and livestock manure. This transformation takes place in biogas plants through anaerobic digestion—a process that occurs without oxygen—converting the organic material into biogas. Biogas can be used for various purposes, including as fuel for vehicles, for heating, and for generating electricity.

Uses of Biogas:

Vehicles powered by biomethane produce fewer pollutants compared to those running on conventional fuels like gasoline and diesel. Biogas is converted into renewable fuels such as Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) for the transport sector. Biogas can also generate electricity through combustion, which is more efficiently transported and measured than heat and gas, though it requires significant infrastructure to be integrated into the power grid. Additionally, biogas is used in the hotel and restaurant industry, production and manufacturing sectors, as well as in retail and wholesale trade.

Advantages of Biogas:

Biogas technology offers several benefits, primarily due to the low cost of raw materials, especially in agriculture where it is almost free. Moreover, burning biogas does not produce harmful emissions, making it an environmentally friendly energy source. The technology behind biogas production is relatively simple and can be scaled up or down without large investments. Being a renewable and carbon-neutral energy source, biogas does not contribute to increased atmospheric carbon levels. It helps reduce waste disposal and pollution from organic waste, benefiting both the environment and the economy. By reducing methane emissions, biogas also helps combat climate change.