Turning Wastewater Plants into Clean Energy Sources with Biogas and Solar Power

What is it about?

Biogas & Solar Energy in Wastewater Treatment In our article published in Water Science and Engineering (2024), we explored how biogas from anaerobic digestion and solar photovoltaic systems can transform wastewater treatment plants into energy hubs. The study shows that integrating these renewable sources can cover up to 88% of annual energy needs while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 10–40%. This research highlights a practical pathway toward climate change mitigation, energy recovery, and sustainable wastewater management. Read the full article here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S167423702300114X Keywords: Biogas, Photovoltaic, Wastewater treatment, Energy recovery, Climate change, Greenhouse gas reduction

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Why is it important?

Wastewater treatment plants are not just about cleaning water—they are also major sources of greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumers. By integrating biogas recovery and solar photovoltaic systems, these facilities can turn into sustainable energy producers, cutting carbon emissions by up to 40% and meeting most of their own power demand. This makes them a critical player in the global fight against climate change and in achieving carbon-neutral infrastructure.