Biogas Plants for Sustainable Municipal Waste Management

Abstract

Municipal waste management is a critical issue for sustainable development, and traditional methods are becoming unsustainable. Biogas plants offer a promising solution using organic waste to produce biogas for electricity or fuel. This review examines the benefits and challenges of biogas plants for municipal waste management, including the complex biochemical process, factors affecting efficiency, and challenges like high costs, etc. Biogas production diverts waste from landfills, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and creates economic opportunities. Successful case studies from Germany, India, South Africa, etc. are also highlighted in this chapter. Future research directions are also discussed to optimize the process, assess environmental impacts, and evaluate economic viability. Overall, biogas plants represent a promising approach to sustainable municipal waste management that can contribute to the transition toward a more circular and sustainable economy.