Srinivas Kasulla

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Purification of biogas is an important step in the process of using it as a renewable energy source. The most effective methods for biogas purification include: 1. Amine method (Amines Scrubbing) Process: This method uses solutions of amine compounds to remove CO₂ and other unwanted components. Amines react with CO₂, which absorbs it from the biogas. Efficiency: High CO₂ removal efficiency, resulting in cleaner methane.

2. Membrane method (Membrane Separation) Process: This method uses semi-permeable membranes that allow methane to pass through, while retaining CO₂ and other contaminants. Efficiency: It can be highly efficient and provides compact solutions.

3. Physical adsorption Process: Adsorbents, such as activated carbon or zeolite, are used to remove CO₂, H₂S and other contaminants from the biogas. Efficiency: Good efficiency, but may require periodic adsorbent regeneration.

4. Biological treatment Process: This method uses microorganisms to remove H₂S and other unwanted gases. Microbes metabolize these components, thereby removing them from the biogas. Efficiency: Mostly efficient for H₂S removal, but may be less efficient for CO₂.

5. Chemical adsorption (Chemical Absorption) Process: Uses chemical reactions to remove CO₂ and H₂S. For example, reactions with different solutions (such as sodium hydroxide solution). Efficiency: High efficiency, but often requires regeneration of chemical solutions.

6. Cryogenic Purification Process: This method cools the biogas to very low temperatures, leading to condensation and separation of gases such as CO₂ and H₂S. Efficiency: High efficiency, but it is energy intensive and expensive.

The choice of method for biogas purification depends on the specific conditions and requirements of the project, as well as on economic factors. Combinations of methods are often used to achieve optimal purification efficiency.

A major concern for most people these days is the use and availability of energy. People spend a large portion of their earnings on gas, propane and oil. These fossil fuels are being continuously used to a large extent. Because these forms of energy are non-renewable, their availability will continue to decrease and costs will continue to go up. This has led to a search for new energy sources. One excellent source of energy is biogas. Biogas originates from bacteria in the process of bio-degradation of organic material under anaerobic (without air) conditions. The natural generation of biogas is an important part of the biogeochemical carbon cycle. Methanogens (methane producing bacteria) are the last link in a chain of micro-organisms which degrade organic material and return the decomposition products to the environment. In this process biogas is generated, a source of renewable energy. Biogas is a mixture of gases that is composed chiefly of:

— methane (CH4): 40-70 vol.%

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carbon dioxide (CO2): 30-60 vol.% — other gases: 1-5 vol.% including — hydrogen (H2): 0-1 vol.%

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hydrogen sulfide (H2S): 0-3 vol.% Like those of any pure gas. the characteristic properties of biogas are pressure and temperature-dependent. They are also affected by the moisture content. The factors of main interest are:

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change in volume as a function of temperature and pressure.

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change in calorific value as a function of temperature, pressure and water-vapor content and

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change in water-vapor content as a function of

temperature and pressure The calorific value of biogas is about 6 kWh/m3 -this corresponds to about half a litre of diesel oil. The net calorific value depends on the efficiency of the burners or appliances. Methane is the valuable component under the aspect of using biogas as a fuel.

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[From the literature, the main techniques for biogas upgrading and purification are: water scrubbing, adsorption (physical and chemical), cryogenic separation, membrane technology, biological upgrading and in-situ upgrading methods.]