Biomethane: A Sustainable Bioenergy Towards Net-Zero Emissions is a comprehensive resource on the production, purification, and utilization of biomethane as a renewable energy source, including its role in global energy transition and decarbonization efforts. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the technological, environmental, economic, and policy aspects of biomethane production, with an emphasis on producing high quality biomethane at industrial scale. Sections overview biomethane production from organic waste feedstocks, discuss innovative production methods, delve into recent technological advancements, and cover various biogas purification techniques, including biological processes, membrane technology, and co-fermentation strategies to enhance biomethane quality.
The book also includes detailed lifecycle assessments and economic evaluations to assess the sustainability and financial viability of biomethane production. Additionally, it presents global case studies and best practices, providing practical insights and lessons learned for the effective implementation and scaling of biomethane technologies. This is an essential resource for engineers, researchers, scientists, and practitioners working on biogas and biomethane, as well as graduate and post-graduate students in academia.
- Presents comprehensive coverage of the sustainable production and use of biomethane
- Covers the technological, environmental, economic, and policy aspects of biomethane
- Investigates the nexus of technology, society, the environment, and the economics of biomethane in energy transition goals
- Includes a comprehensive overview and critical analysis of the contributions of biomethane to net zero emission
- Provides insights for government and policymakers on the integration of biomethane in local economies
- Discusses the challenges in biomethane production and consumption in various parts of the world, including the developing world
