The Business of Biogas Generators
Biogas generators present an innovative solution for transforming surplus biogas into a valuable source of power, eliminating the need to flare off this potential cost-saving energy source. Let’s take a closer look at how generators utilize biological matter to produce power for your business.
What are Biogas Generators?
Biogas generators are fueled by biogas which is created from the breakdown of organic matter like manure, food waste, and meat byproducts. These materials are broken down in anaerobic digesters (an environment without oxygen) and the resulting biogas can be used as fuel in a backup generator. Biogas is composed primarily of carbon dioxide and methane, and when filtered and compressed, can be used in an electric generator, much like traditional natural gas. This makes biogas an option for power generation rather than just burning it and releasing the energy to the atmosphere.
Benefits of Biogas
If your business already creates biogas in its manufacturing processes, rather than flaring, a biogas power generator is an economical alternative to utilize the waste gas to create electricity. This can then be used to supplement your plant's electrical power and lower your utility bill, resulting in improved plant efficiency, and reduced environmental impact.
Getting started with biogas generators begins with selecting the right system for your needs. This will depend on the size of your business, its power requirements, and production rate of the biogas source to ensure the generator is sufficiently sustainable. Once you have selected the best-fit system for the size of your business, it will need to be installed in accordance within local and federal regulations.
Biogas Budgeters
By using an existing byproduct, biogas can result in cost savings while reducing your environmental footprint at the same time. If you’re looking for ways to improve plant efficiency, reduce your environmental impact and save money on your utility bill, then consider investing in one or more biogas generators.
IEA’s experts can assist you in finding and implementing the best-fit system for your business’s supplemental power needs. You can also maximize reliability with IEA’s Asset Management package which provides the peace of mind that comes with 24/7 remote equipment monitoring & reliable maintenance plan.