Development of a novel methanogenic biotechnology incorporating conductive carriers for the efficient recovery of energy from wastewater
Ongoing
Renewable biofuels from wastewater are a promising alternative to fossil fuels.
Project Insights
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€360,334
Total Project Costs -
3 yr
Project Duration -
2021
Year Funded
Project Description
This project investigates the sustainable generation of bioenergy from wastewater by developing a novel highly-efficient anaerobic methanogenic biotechnology. This will provide solutions for simultaneous renewable energy generation and wastewater treatment and further contribute to the sustainable development of the circular bioeconomy and the mitigation of methane emissions.Project Details
Total Project Cost: €360,334
Funding Agency: Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)
Year Funded: 2021
Lead Organisation: National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG)
