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Biogas is the resulting mixture of gases produced during the process of anaerobic digestion, which is the microbial breakdown of organic matter, such as domestic or livestock manures or food stuffs (biomass), in controlled conditions. Biogas is present in nature, for example it is produced in lakebeds, bogs and animals’ stomachs. Biogas is made up of approximately 60% methane (CH4), 40% carbon dioxide (CO2) and trace amounts of other gases, including hydrogen sulphide and ammonia. The exact make up of gases is dependent on the type of biomass used in the anaerobic digestion process. Biogas can be turned into pure methane, or biomethane, by removing all other present gases.

Biogas production has been documented throughout history, with research suggesting its use as early as 15th Century B.C. as documented in Chinese manuscripts.

Biogas has multiple applications, being suitable for use in:

  • Renewable heat and power production
  • Electricity production
  • Combined heat and power
  • Transportation fuel
  • Supporting the main gas grid

 

 

Biogas Programme:

ALTEN GROUP is pioneering biogas plant production in Azerbaijan. In 2009, in collaboration with German and Ukrainian biogas engineers, ALTEN GROUP’s pilot biogas plant was successfully constructed and installed. Subsequently, as a result of the positive response of local farmers, the company implemented biogas reactors capable of mass production at different capacities: 5, 10, 15 and 20 cubic metres. ALTEN GROUP is also designing and building a large-scale biogas plant of 250-kilowatts near Azerbaijan’s capital, Baku (approximately 8km from the city), which is to be part of a planned combined electric powerhouse which will consist of a wind power farm and solar panel plant.

The new biogas plant will bring additional efficiencies to the local farming community, including the solving local organic waste disposal issues and the production of superior fertilizer, which is increasingly in demand. The fertilizer produced as a bi-product of the biogas production process enriches the soil making it more fibrous and rich in minerals. ALTEN GROUP’s biogas program also supports self-heating greenhouse construction. Vegetables grown the greenhouses are 100% natural since a fertilizer does not contain any artificial chemical composition. The more greenhouses sold by the company, the greater the price reduction for consumers, as the savings will be passed onto customers.

For more information about ALTEN GROUP’s Biogas projects, please contact us.