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Project Code [RDD/00600]

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Project title

Development of a novel methanogenic biotechnology incorporating conductive carriers for the efficient recovery of energy from wastewater

Primary Funding Agency

Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG)

Lead Applicant

n/a

Project Abstract

Sustainable generation of bioenergy from wastewater by developing a novel highly-efficient anaerobic methanogenic biotechnology to provide solutions for simultaneous renewable energy generation and wastewater treatment. This will contribute to the sustainable development of the circular bioeconomy and the mitgation of methane emissions.

Grant Approved

�360,334

Research Hub

Climate related research

Research Theme

Achieving climate neutrality by 2050.

Start Date

01/01/2022

Initial Projected Completion Date

01/01/2025