AD & Biogas

The latest news stories and articles for anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas.

Green Gas Support Scheme application window extended to March 2028

The Department for Energy Strategy and Net Zero (DESNZ) announced on Saturday (21 October) that it was extending the deadline to apply to the...

Biogas conference to take a “Deep Dive into Scotland’s Net Zero Ambition”

The ADBA Scottish Conference 2023 will feature opening and closing keynote addresses from - respectively - Maurice Golden MSP, Convener, Cross-Party Group on Circular...

Sponsored content: Water removal technology increases biogas yields

If water, such as the moisture inherently present in biogas, enters a boiler or CHP engine it can decrease its efficiency, resulting in reduced...

Nominations open for the Scottish Green Energy Awards

Billed as the UK’s biggest celebration of renewable energy, The Scottish Green Energy Awards 2023, opened for nominations on 26 July. This year’s event will...

Sponsored content: Regional conferences spotlight AD

The Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association will host events in Belfast and Edinburgh in September. As Northern Ireland and Scotland establish their respective strategies to...
A sample of Lactobacillus, lactic acid bacteria which are part of the normal flora of the human intestine and are also used in AD plants.

UK project aims to use AI to boost microbe-led processes behind biogas production

  Researchers say they are using AI to develop better microorganism-led processes for anaerobic digestion, with the aim of boosting UK biogas production. The project...

Clean energy technology supply chains must get better, faster, cleaner, says report

A new briefing from think tank organisation the Energy Transitions Commission (ETC) argues that the clean energy transition can be delivered on time and...

Easy-dose trace element tablet plus ‘best for British’ grass silage additive

Sponsored content: A revolutionary easy-dosing 5-in-1 trace element digester additive and a brand-new silage additive designed to get the best biogas output from British grass...

Support for small-scale biogas solutions picks up international award

Kathy Puffer of Tillson, state of New York, has been recognised at the AD and Biogas Industry Awards for bringing small-scale-biogas solutions to communities and women around...

AD and Biogas Industry Awards 2023 winners announced

The winners of the 2023 AD and Biogas Industry Awards were revealed at a gala ceremony at the Vox in Birmingham, UK, on 29th...

Energy Alliance aims to help CHP owners access more power, faster

In an apparent industry first, gas engine specialist Gen-C will launch a new CHP partnership – the Energy+ Alliance – on stand B503 at...

Soaring cost of capital threatens to derail expansion of renewable energy projects​​​​​​

The rising cost of capital faced by developers of renewable energy projects, such as onshore wind and solar PV, may slow down the number...
Dr David Kaner

Sponsored Content: The right anaerobic digester for your farm

Dr David Kaner, CEO of Advanced Anaerobics Limited (AAL), writes: There are no new ideas, only old ideas whose time has come.

Sponsored Content: Deal expands range of ATEX-certified gas monitor fleet

Ashtead Technology has announced a new partnership with Gas Data, expanding the range of applications for its gas monitors (available for either purchase or rental).

Sponsored Content: Not your average chopper

P&M Pumps writes: Come and get your hands on the real mean machine – visit P&M Pumps Ltd on stand D107 at the World Biogas Expo, the leading global trade show dedicated solely to AD and Biogas on 29-30 March at NEC Birmingham.

Report highlights importance of whole-process appraisal of AD

By Matt Hale A new report published by the European Biogas Association (EBA) has highlighted that the true benefits of anaerobic digestion (AD) measured across...
Biogas facilities at an agricultural site in the Czech Republic.

AD and Biogas Industry Awards 2023 finalists announced

The finalists for the 2023 AD and Biogas Industry Awards have been announced. Run by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) and the...

Low-cost digester additive for nitrogen-rich AD feedstocks

Sponsored content: To better support biogas plants processing high levels of nitrogen-rich feedstock, AD experts FM BioEnergy will launch a new low-cost version of their ammonium inhibitor digester additive on Stand C109 at the World Biogas Expo 2023.

Milestone for biomethane injection in Northern Ireland

  A seemingly significant milestone was confirmed on 16 February for the gas grids in Northern Ireland which will see the injection of biomethane into...

High-efficiency progressive cavity pump aimed at biogas

With a declared focus on energy-efficient systems and components that optimise the operation of existing biogas plants and contribute to a higher gas yield,...