BIOMASS: ENERGY IN DISGUISE

  • The surge in global population has led to a sharp increase in agricultural produce.
  • A large part of this produce ends up as biomass as grains and edible portions form a small portion of any harvested crop.
  • This biomass is a potential source of energy, and if utilised correctly, it can serve as a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for energy management.
  • Additionally, urbanisation has pushed up the food waste generated from different sectors which is also a potential source of energy

Biothane®. the next-gen bioenergy solution.

  • Biothane® helps to produce methane that’s 97% pure.
  • It employs a distinctive proprietary technology known as the Microbe Incubated Bio Reactor (MIBR).
  • Green energy leaders are spearheading carbon neutrality and turning biomass to wealth with Biothane®.
  • Biothane® helps to produce methane that’s 97% pure.
  • It employs a distinctive proprietary technology known as the Microbe Incubated Bio Reactor (MIBR).
  • Green energy leaders are spearheading carbon neutrality and turning biomass to wealth with Biothane®.

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A proprietary pre-digestion process breaks long lignin chain into simple hydrocarbons.

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Specialised consortium of bacteria belonging to 16 diverse groups work on multiple pathways to digest the substrate. This generates 15-20% higher yield of 97% methane.

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Specialised bio-rings are used for the incubation of bacteria which prevents washout, thereby removing the need for periodic top-up of microbes.

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The proprietary CO2 re-breather process is adopted (based on specific requirements) to generate a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen which is fed back in the reactor under pressure to catalyse the biogas generation process. This also eliminates the need for mechanical stirring as the gas continuously agitates the biomass.

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Post digestion, the substrate is subjected to NPK fixation process through specific microbes which converts it into a very rich plant nutrient.

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The vital parameters such as pH, temperature, pressure, feed-flow, etc. are optimally maintained and monitored through an advanced BioSCADA system. This also helps in remote monitoring and safety of the plant.

BIOTHANE® TECHNOLOGY ENSURES HIGHER ROI.

BIOTHANE® TECHNOLOGY ENSURES HIGHER ROI.

Works effectively on all types of agricultural and lignocellulosic biomass.

Automatic monitoring and control of all vital parameters including pH, temperature, pressure, feed-flow, etc.

Minimal cost and complexity of operation.

Biothane® is an Organic Natural Gas with 97% Methane purity.

Energy generated is suitable for a wide range of energy applications.

Consistent quality and highest yield of renewable natural gas.

Convert energy produced to carbon credits.

ONE TECHNOLOGY FOR ALL TYPES OF BIOMASS.

Food
Yard
Agriculture
Textile
Paper
Animal
Wood
Organic Industry
Dairy
Brewery
Sawdust and
Wood Chips
Coffee Mucilage
Sewage Sludge
from STP
Residues from
Biofuel Production
Poultry
Municipal
Solid Garbage
Grass and Plant
Clippings
Bagasse
Grease and Fats
Seafood
Processing
Natural Fibre
Waste
Spoiled Food
Products

MULTIPLE USES OF BIOTHANE®.

The bioenergy generated gives similar usage as natural gas. It can be used as cooking fuel, automotive fuel, industrial heating, furnaces, welding and power generation.

FINANCIALLY VIABLE BYPRODUCTS AT A GLANCE.

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NPK-fixed digested biomass rich with micronutrients: This can be used to improve soil health.

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Alkaloid-rich digestate can be used as a natural pest repellent.

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Carbon dioxide: This has several industrial applications across various sectors. It can be used for beverage carbonation, fire suppression systems, dry ice and chemical manufacturing among others.

BIOTHANE® PLANTS AT WORK.

(The Biothane® Plant has been recently acquired by Orange County)
  • The biomass generated from coffee processing is one of the most difficult substrates to generate biogas from, due to its high lignin content.
  • Hence, the coffee biomass and wastewater have a huge negative impact on the forest ecosystem and animal health.
  • The MIBR technology has successfully tackled this problem at Bombay Burmah at Coorg to produce 97% biomethane in a 120 TPD plant which has been running for over 8 years.
  • The biogas produced has been primarily used for generation of electricity and drying of coffee during the processing season. This has had a tremendous positive impact on the environment.
  • The substrate is used as a NPK bio-plant nutrient and the digestate as a pest repellent for berry borers and stem borers.
  • Water hyacinth is an invasive weed which disrupts the ecological balance of water bodies by forming a dense cover over its surface thereby reducing the dissolved oxygen and light available for aquatic life.
  • It interferes in irrigation and drainage systems, and may also threaten ocean ecology in the future if it succeeds in acclimatising to seawater.
  • Organization de Scalene had recognised this threat nearly two decades back and set-up a 10 TPD plant to generate biomethane from water hyacinth 17 years back. As a result, the Seegahalli Lake has been completely cleared and many other lakes have been rejuvenated in Bengaluru.
  • This is arguably the only plant running with water hyacinth as a substrate for so long in the world.

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