Geração de energia elétrica a partir do biogás proveniente dos dejetos da bovinocultura leiteira.

Abstract

The production of biogas for the generation of electric energy, has become increasingly used as an alternative source of generation, contributing to diversify and supply the energy demand, in addition to contributing to the reduction of environmental impacts. This renewable energy source has developed considerably in the rural environment, generating economic, social and environmental development. This growth has resulted in decreases in methane gas emissions from animal-generated waste, and producing a by-product that is biofertilizer, which can be used as high-quality organic fertilizer. In this context, the present work intends to make a general analysis on biogas, electric power generation, technologies used, and finally carries out a case study aiming at designing a generation system for a small dairy cattle breeding property.