Earth:Anaerobic membrane bioreactor
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Anaerobic membrane bioreactor or AnMBR is the name of a technology utilized in wastewater treatment. AnMBR works by using a membrane bioreactor (MBR). The sewage is filtered and separated leaving the effluent and sludge apart. This sludge is treated anaerobically by mesophilic bacteria which release methane as a byproduct. The biogas can later be combusted to generate heat or electricity. AnMBR is considered to be a sustainable alternative for sewage treatment because the energy that can be generated by the methane combustion can exceed the energy required for maintaining the process.[1]
References
- ↑ Umble, Art (March 2015). "Anaerobic MBR: Challenges & Opportunities". Washington, DC: National Renewable Energy Laboratory. http://energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2015/04/f21/fcto_beto_2015_wastewaters_workshop_umble.pdf.