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Abstract

Biogas is a gas resulting from the anaerobic decomposition of organic materials (woody waste, farming residues). For several years, there has been an economically viable alternative to traditional energy sources which is also one of the less expensive renewable energies available. In Brecht, in the Antwerp region, the conclusive results of a pilot biomethanation unit have led to the installation of a larger biogas production plant, marking a new milestone in municipal waste treatment policy.

Keywords: Biogas; CHP - Trigeneration

This study was carried out by Energie-Cités in partnership with the board of the intercommunity union IGEAN and with technical and financial aid from the European Commission (Energy and Transport DG) within the framework of the ALTENER programme.