Generation Of Biogas From Organic Waste In Salem Tamil Nadu

ABSTRACT Biogas typically refers to an odorless gas produced by anaerobic digestion (AD) of biomass using microorganisms. It has an approximate composition of 70-50% Methane (a combustible gas), 30-50% Carbon dioxide and other trace gases depending on the nature of the biomass. The idea of using the organic municipal solid waste (OMSW) or simply municipal bio waste as feedstock for biogas production represents an environmentally sustainable energy source since it improves solid waste management while simultaneously providing an alternative clean energy source. Among other applications, the gas can be used for heating, cooking and electricity generation. However, notwithstanding, OMSW as a feedstock for AD comes with its own unique challenges compared to other forms of biomass. Our project therefore reviews the specific opportunities, challenges and techno-economics of using OMSW as sole feedstock supply for biogas production.