How can manure be turned into energy?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the process of converting manure into energy, specifically through the production of methane. Participants explore the mechanisms involved, including the role of bacteria and fermentation processes.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions the possibility of extracting methane from manure for energy production and references companies involved in this process.
  • Another participant suggests using methanogenic bacteria, which are naturally present in manure, particularly from cows.
  • A different participant clarifies that the process is not about extraction but rather fermentation of manure that leads to methane production.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on the terminology used to describe the process, with some focusing on extraction and others on fermentation.

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved aspects regarding the specific mechanisms of methane production and the conditions required for effective fermentation.

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Hi
I heard that it was possibel to extract methane from manure, so you could produce energy/power. I understand that ATZ and TVA (some german companies?) are making this, but I am wondering how the process works.
Anyone who can tell me?

/Fumle
 
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You use http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methanogen" .
 
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alxm said:
You use methanogenic bacteria[/URL].
Which come free with the manure - especially if you have cows.
 


It's not an extraction from manure - it's fermentation of manure with methane production.
 

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