Biogas

Biogas typically refers to a (biofuel) gas produced by the anaerobic digestion or fermentation of organic matter including manure, sewage sludge, municipal solid waste, biodegradable waste or any other biodegradable feedstock, under anaerobic conditions. Biogas is comprised primarily of methane and carbon dioxide.

Authoritative On-line References and Resources

http://www.adnett.org/index.htm

Description of Resource

The European Anaerobic Digestion Network's website contains information about the generation of biogas and its practice in Europe.

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