Thermophilic Digestion of Palm Oil Mill Effluent: Enhancing Biogas Production and Mitigating Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Autor: Dedy Anwar, Evy Enjelina Simanjuntak, Ivana Sitepu, Meiyer Marthen Kinda, Ellyas Alga Nainggolan, Yudha Gusti Wibowo
Jazyk: indonéština
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Jurnal Presipitasi, Vol 21, Iss 3, Pp 734-746 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1907-817X
DOI: 10.14710/presipitasi.v21i3.734-746
Popis: This study investigates the impact of thermophilic anaerobic digestion on biogas production and methane emission reduction from Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME). Conducted under controlled conditions at 55°C and 65°C, the research aims to optimize biogas yield and reduce Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) levels. The findings indicate that thermophilic digestion at 65°C significantly enhances biogas production, yielding 1.81 L Biogas per liter of POME over an 8-day period, compared to mesophilic conditions. Furthermore, the study demonstrates substantial COD reduction, supporting a more efficient and environmentally friendly process. By capturing methane emissions and converting them into a renewable energy source, this method aligns with global climate policies and greenhouse gas reduction targets. The integration of thermophilic anaerobic digestion into POME treatment presents a viable solution for the palm oil industry to improve waste management practices and contribute to sustainable development goals. Future research should explore large-scale implementations to maximize the environmental and economic benefits of this technology.
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