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biogasification

biomass gasification system

One method of transforming biomass particles into biogas fuel.


Biogasification, also called biomethanization, is the process of converting biomass to biogas, which can then be used as a fuel. One way to do this is through anaerobic digestion; another is by using high temperatures in a gasifier.

 

In a gasifier, sand (at about 1,500°F) surrounds the biomass and creates a very hot, oxygen-starved environment. These conditions break apart wood or other biomass and create biogas. This can then be cofired with wood (or other fuel) in a steam boiler or used to operate a standard gas turbine.