The test itself aims to answer 3 operational questions, which have been identified as crucial in previous tests with the pilot plant.
FOG Digest Project
FOG Digest Project
In the context of the circular economy, the aim of the test is to demonstrate the potential of biogas production capacity from an effluent rich in fats.
Project Definition
Affluent Adduction
Adapting the treatment process to start up in intermittent conditions
conditions.
Biogas Quality
Characterization of the quality and volume of biogas produced and its correlation with the plant’s operating regime.
Monitorization
Protocol for monitoring critical operating parameters. Tuning and maximizing biogas production.
The Project
Project Code: POCI-01-0247-FEDER-017679
Date of approval: 30-08-2016
Start date: 01-12-2016
Completion date: 24-05-2018
Total eligible cost: EUR 285 308.75
Financial support from the European Union: ERDF 157 690,78
Phases
- Characterization of the Affluent;
- Adaptation of the Pilot Unit;
- Pilot test and fine-tuning of the test protocol;
- Dissemination of Results.
Funded Project
Project co-financed by Compete 2020, Portugal 2020 and the European Regional Development Fund.
Compete 2020
Institution of reference in granting incentives to promote competitiveness and internationalization, promoting consolidation.
Portugal 2020
This is the PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT adopted between Portugal and the Commission, which brings together the activities of the five European Structural and Investment Funds
European Fund
The ERDF aims to strengthen economic and social cohesion in the European Union by addressing imbalances between regions.