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Bright future of Quantum dots!

14 April 2023 by AEGLE TECHNOLOGY

Quantum dots are nanoscale man-made semiconductor crystals (nanocrystals) that have the ability to convert a spectrum of light into different colours and have been gaining significant attention in recent years due to their unique properties and potential applications in a wide range of industries. This post aims to provide an overview of the market potential of quantum dots and their usage in various fields.

Quantum dots are nanostructures that can exhibit a wide range of properties. Due to their unique electronic characteristics, they can be utilized as active materials in single-electron transistors, for instance. The exhibited properties are determined not only by their size, but also by their material, shape, composition, and structure, such as whether they are solid or porous. It is a dependable manufacturing technology that exploits the properties of quantum dots for a variety of applications in fields such as catalysis, electronics, photonics, information storage, imaging, medicine, and sensing.

Due to the fact that certain biological molecules are capable of molecular recognition and self-assembly, nanocrystals have the potential to become an essential component of self-assembled functional nanodevices.In addition, the atom-like energy states of QDs contribute to their unique optical properties, such as a particle-size-dependent fluorescence wavelength; an effect utilized in the fabrication of optical probes for biological and medical imaging.

Each Quantum dot emits a different colour depending on its size. (Image: RNGS Reuters/Nanosys)

Market Potential of Quantum Dots

The value of the global quantum dots market was USD 4.4 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 14.5 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 18.8% from 2021 to 2027 (depending on the source). This expansion can be attributed to the growing demand for quantum dots in the display industry, the largest application segment for quantum dots. Quantum dots offer numerous advantages over conventional display technologies, including a wider color gamut, enhanced color accuracy, and greater energy efficiency. In addition, the atom-like energy states of QDs contribute to their unique optical properties, such as a particle-size-dependent fluorescence wavelength; an effect utilized in the fabrication of optical probes for biological and medical imaging.

Apart from the display industry, quantum dots have a vast range of potential applications in other industries such as healthcare, energy, and security. In healthcare, quantum dots are being used in diagnostics, imaging, and drug delivery. Quantum dots have also shown potential in the field of solar cells, where they can improve the efficiency of solar cells by capturing a broader range of light. Additionally, quantum dots have been used in security applications such as authentication and anti-counterfeiting.

Usage Potential of Quantum Dots:

  1. Display Technology

As mentioned earlier, quantum dots offer significant advantages over traditional display technologies, such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). Quantum dots enable displays to produce more accurate and vivid colors while consuming less energy. They are also resistant to degradation and provide longer lifespan to the displays.

  1. Healthcare

Quantum dots have shown potential in various healthcare applications such as diagnostics, imaging, and drug delivery.  When activated by light, quantum dots can emit specific wavelengths as fluorescent probes. This makes them sensitive and selective sensors for proteins, nucleic acids, and tiny compounds. Quantum dots can be functionalized with ligands or antibodies that preferentially attach to target biomolecules for immunoassays, DNA/RNA detection, and point-of-care testing. Their brightness, photostability, and multiplexing make them suitable for accurate and quick biomolecule detection, improving diagnostics and disease monitoring.

Quantum dots are promising contrast agents in fluorescence microscopy and MRI. Their brilliant and stable fluorescence can mark and track cells, tissues, or biomolecules in real time, revealing cellular activities, tissue architecture, and disease development. Quantum dots’ magnetic characteristics enhance contrast and imaging sensitivity in MRI. Quantum dots can be made with unique surface qualities to target specific tissues or cells for precise, non-invasive disease imaging.

Vials of quantum dots producing vivid colors. For instance, a cadmium-based quantum dot showing pure, highly specific green color response. (Image: NASA)

Drug delivery methods can increase efficacy and safety with quantum dots. Their small size, high surface area, and customizable surface characteristics make them suitable drug carriers. Quantum dots can be functionalized with targeting ligands that bind to receptors or biomolecules on target cells to selectively absorb and accumulate. Targeted medication administration reduces off-target effects and increases drug concentration at the site of action, improving therapeutic outcomes and lowering systemic toxicity. Quantum dots can also release medications slowly, prolonging their therapeutic effect.

  1. Energy

Quantum dots can improve the efficiency of solar cells by capturing a broader range of light.  Using quantum dots to manufacture solar cells has a number of advantages over alternative methods. They can be produced in an energy-saving room-temperature process from abundant, inexpensive materials that do not require extensive purification, unlike silicon, and they can be applied to a variety of inexpensive and even flexible substrate materials, such as lightweight plastics.

A promising method for quantum dot solar cells is the use of a semiconductor ink, which aims to enable the coating of large areas of solar cell substrates in a single deposition step, thereby eradicating the tens of deposition steps required by the previous layer-by-layer method. Although using quantum dots as the basis for solar cells is not a novel concept, attempts to create photovoltaic devices have not yet obtained a sufficiently high conversion efficiency of sunlight into electricity.

  1. Security

Anti-counterfeiting: Quantum dots in security inks or identifiers create distinctive, unforgeable patterns. Quantum dots emit light at specific wavelengths when stimulated by ultraviolet light, which can be used as a signature or barcode for authentication. Using specialized detectors, quantum dots can validate the authenticity of banknotes, passports, and other vital documents.

Quantum dots can be utilized as quantum light sources for secure communication. Quantum key distribution (QKD) uses quantum mechanics to create secure communication channels utilizing single photons from quantum dots. Due to their high quantum yield and wavelength-tunable emission, quantum dots hold promise for secure communications.

Quantum dots are tamper-evident labels that help secure shipments and merchandise. Quantum dots can be combined with inks or coatings that change color or emit light when tampered with, thereby indicating product or packaging corruption. This protects against forgery and manipulation.

Quantum dots can be used for fingerprint and iris recognition for biometric security. As fluorescent labels, quantum dots enhance the sensitivity and accuracy of biometric sensors. Quantum dots can detect unique DNA sequences in systems that rely on DNA for authentication.

Quantum cryptography: Using quantum physics, quantum dots can securely transmit cryptographic keys. Quantum cryptography devices use quantum dots as light sources or detectors to generate and detect quantum states for secure key exchange.

In conclusion,

quantum dots represent a cutting-edge technology that holds great promise for the future. With their unique properties and versatility, they offer a wide range of potential applications across various industries. From displays to lighting, to biomedical imaging, to solar cells and beyond, quantum dots are poised to revolutionize multiple sectors. Their ability to manipulate light at the nanoscale opens up new possibilities for enhanced performance and improved efficiency in existing technologies, while also paving the way for entirely new applications. As research and development in quantum dots continue to advance, the market potential for this technology is substantial.

Quantum dots are undoubtedly an attractive alternative to traditional technologies, and their vast usage potential is just beginning to be explored, making them a technology to watch in the coming years. The future of quantum dots is bright, and their impact on various industries is likely to be profound.

Filed Under: Quantum Dots, Advanced Materials, Functional Inks, Medicine, Nanotechnology Tagged With: Advanced Materials, Quantum Dots

Nanoparticles in CO2 separation

31 March 2023 by AEGLE TECHNOLOGY

Introduction:

The continuous increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels due to human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, has led to global warming and climate change. One of the solutions to mitigate the harmful effects of CO2 emissions is to separate and capture CO2 from industrial and biogas emissions. Several methods have been developed to achieve this, but the use of nanoparticles in CO2 separation from biogas has shown great potential due to its benefits. 

Captured CO2 presents an opportunity elsewhere as, globally, some 230 million tonnes (Mt) of carbon dioxide (CO2) are used every year. The largest consumer is the fertiliser industry, where 130 Mt CO2 is used in urea manufacturing, followed by oil and gas, with a consumption of 70 to 80 Mt CO2 for enhanced oil recovery. Other commercial applications include food and beverage production, metal fabrication, cooling, fire suppression and stimulating plant growth in greenhouses. Most commercial applications today involve direct use of CO2.

Biogas is a renewable energy source that is produced by anaerobic digestion of organic waste such as animal manure, crop residues, and food waste. Biogas typically contains about 50-70% methane (CH4) and 30-50% carbon dioxide (CO2), as well as trace amounts of other gases such as hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and water vapor. The CO2 in biogas must be separated before it can be used as a fuel, as the presence of CO2 reduces the heating value of the gas and can cause corrosion in pipelines and equipment.

Traditional methods for separating CO2 from biogas include physical absorption, chemical absorption, and membrane separation. However, these methods have limitations such as low selectivity, high energy consumption, and high capital costs. Nanoparticles offer a promising alternative for CO2 separation from biogas, as they can provide high selectivity, low energy consumption, and low capital costs. This white paper discusses the benefits of using nanoparticles in CO2 separation from biogas.

Nanoparticles and CO2 separation from biogas:

Nanoparticles are particles with sizes ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers. They exhibit unique properties such as high surface area to volume ratio, high reactivity, and size-dependent optical, electrical, and magnetic properties. These properties make nanoparticles attractive for various applications, including CO2 separation from biogas.

Nanoparticles can be used in two main ways for CO2 separation: as sorbents or as membranes. In the sorbent approach, nanoparticles are dispersed in a liquid or solid matrix and used to selectively adsorb CO2 from biogas. In the membrane approach, nanoparticles are incorporated into a polymer matrix to form a thin film that allows the selective permeation of CO2 while blocking other gases.

Benefits of Nanoparticle-based CO2 Separation

  1. High selectivity:

Nanoparticles can be engineered to have high selectivity for CO2 over other gases in biogas, such as CH4 and H2S. This means that they can selectively capture CO2 while leaving other gases behind. Nanoparticles have a high surface area-to-volume ratio, which allows them to adsorb CO2 effectively. This results in a higher purity of captured CO2 and lower energy consumption for downstream purification with minimal loss of CH4, which is the main component of biogas.

  1. Improved kinetics:

The use of nanoparticles in CO2 separation from biogas improves the kinetics of the separation process. Nanoparticles have a high diffusion coefficient, which means that CO2 molecules can diffuse into the pores of the nanoparticles quickly. This results in a faster separation process, leading to a higher CO2 capture rate.

  1. Reduced energy consumption:

The use of nanoparticles in CO2 separation from biogas can reduce the energy consumption required for separation. The high selectivity and improved kinetics of nanoparticles reduce the energy required for downstream purification. Additionally, nanoparticles can be regenerated at lower temperatures, resulting in lower energy consumption during regeneration. Nanoparticle-based CO2 separation processes can operate at lower temperatures and pressures than traditional methods, which reduces energy consumption and operating costs.

  1. Scalability:

The use of nanoparticles in CO2 separation from biogas is scalable. Nanoparticles can be produced in large quantities, making them suitable for large-scale industrial applications although producing high quality and consistent nanoparticles is challenging. Additionally, the use of nanoparticles does not require significant changes to existing separation processes, making them easy to integrate into existing systems.

  1. Cost-effective:

The use of nanoparticles in CO2 separation from biogas is cost-effective. Nanoparticles are relatively cheap and can be produced using a variety of methods, including sol-gel, precipitation, and nanospray-drying. Additionally, the reduced energy consumption and scalability of nanoparticles lead to lower costs of separation and capture. Nanoparticle-based CO2 separation processes require less equipment and infrastructure than traditional methods, which lowers capital costs.

 

Which nanoparticles are most promising for CO2 separation?

Several types of nanoparticles have been investigated for CO2 separation, but some have shown more promise than others.

  1. Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): MOFs are a class of porous materials that consist of metal ions or clusters coordinated to organic ligands. They have high surface areas and tunable pore sizes, making them attractive for CO2 separation. MOFs have shown high selectivity and fast kinetics for CO2 separation from biogas.
  2. Zeolites: Zeolites are porous materials with a crystalline structure that consist of aluminum, silicon, and oxygen atoms. They have a high surface area and well-defined pore structure, making them suitable for CO2 separation. Zeolites have shown high selectivity for CO2 separation from biogas, but their kinetics can be slower compared to other nanoparticle types.
  3. Metal Oxides: Metal oxide nanoparticles, such as silica and titania, have also shown promise for CO2 separation. They have high surface areas and can be functionalized to increase their selectivity for CO2 separation. Metal oxide nanoparticles can be synthesized using a variety of methods and are relatively inexpensive compared to other nanoparticle types.
  4. Carbon-based nanomaterials: Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are cylindrical carbon molecules with high aspect ratios and high surface areas. They have shown high selectivity and fast kinetics for CO2 separation. CNTs can be synthesized using a variety of methods, but their production can be expensive compared to other nanoparticle types. Also graphene-based materials have been explored for CO2 separation due to their high surface area, tunable pore structure, and chemical stability. They can be functionalized with various chemical groups to enhance their CO2 selectivity and adsorption capacity.
  5. Silica nanoparticles: Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) and other silica-based materials have been studied for CO2 capture because of their high surface area, tunability, and stability. They can be functionalized with amine groups, which have a high affinity for CO2, to improve their separation performance.
  6. Polymer-based nanoparticles: Nanoparticles encapsulated within or adsorbed to polymers, such as polyvinylamine (PVAm) and polyethyleneimine (PEI), have also been investigated for CO2 separation. These materials can be synthesized with a high density of amine functional groups, which can selectively capture CO2 through chemisorption.

It’s important to note that research in this field is ongoing, and the most promising nanoparticles for CO2 separation may change as new materials are developed and existing materials are further optimized.

Market potential for using nanoparticle for CO2 separation.


The market potential for using nanoparticles for CO2 separation is significant and is expected to grow in the coming years. The global demand for CO2 capture technologies is driven by several factors, including increasing regulations on CO2 emissions, the need to mitigate climate change, and the growing demand for cleaner energy sources. The use of nanoparticles for CO2 separation offers several advantages, including high selectivity, improved kinetics, reduced energy consumption, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the global market for CO2 capture, utilization, and storage is projected to reach $4.9 billion by 2027, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1% from 2022 to 2027. The report states that the use of advanced materials, including nanoparticles, for CO2 capture is one of the key drivers of market growth.

Image source: www.marketsandmarkets.com

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies have been identified as crucial components in the fight against climate change, and nanoparticles could potentially improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of these processes. Some of the factors contributing to the market potential include:

  1. Increasing CO2 emissions: As global industrial activities continue to grow, CO2 emissions are expected to increase as well, leading to greater demand for effective and efficient carbon capture technologies.
  2. Regulatory policies and incentives: Governments worldwide are implementing stricter regulations on CO2 emissions and providing incentives for companies to invest in carbon capture technologies. This will likely drive the adoption of innovative solutions, such as nanoparticle-based separation techniques.
  3. Advancements in nanotechnology: Ongoing research and development in nanotechnology are leading to the discovery of new materials and methods that can improve the efficiency of CO2 separation. This can lower the costs of carbon capture and make it more attractive for industrial applications.
  4. Growing interest in clean energy: The global shift toward clean and renewable energy sources is driving the need for technologies that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel-based power plants and other industrial processes.

Potential applications across industries: Nanoparticle-based CO2 separation technologies can be employed across various industries, such as power generation, cement production, steel manufacturing, and chemical production, among others.

However, it is essential to note that the market potential is also subject to several challenges, including the need for further research to optimize the use of nanoparticles, the scalability of the technology, and the potential environmental and health risks associated with nanoparticles.

Challenges and Future Directions

Despite the benefits of using nanoparticles for CO2 separation from biogas, there are still some challenges that need to be addressed. One of the main challenges is the scalability of the nanoparticle-based processes. While large-scale production and processing of nanoparticles is a common place, high quality, size-consistent and high purity nanoparticle production can be challenging and expensive. Another challenge is the potential toxicity of some nanoparticles, which may pose environmental and health risks if released into the environment.

Future directions for research on nanoparticle-based CO2 separation from biogas include the development of more efficient and selective nanoparticles, the optimization of process conditions for maximum separation efficiency, and the evaluation of the environmental and health impacts of nanoparticle-based processes.

Conclusion:

The use of nanoparticles in CO2 separation from biogas offers several benefits, including high selectivity, improved kinetics, reduced energy consumption, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. These benefits make nanoparticles an attractive option for CO2 capture and separation from biogas emissions. Further research and development are needed to optimize the use of nanoparticles in industrial applications, but their potential as a solution to mitigate CO2 emissions is promising.

MOFs, zeolites, metal oxides, CNTs, graphene, silica and Polymer based nanoparticles have all shown promise for CO2 separation from biogas. Each nanoparticle type has its advantages and disadvantages, and their suitability depends on the specific separation application. Further research is needed to optimize the use of nanoparticles in CO2 separation and to determine the most promising nanoparticle types for large-scale industrial applications.

The market potential for using nanoparticles for CO2 separation is significant and is expected to grow in the coming years. The increasing demand for CO2 capture technologies, coupled with the advantages offered by nanoparticles, makes them a promising solution for mitigating climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. However, the actual growth of this market will depend on the development of effective, cost-efficient, and scalable solutions, as well as supportive regulatory policies and incentives.

Filed Under: Advanced Materials, BGplus, biomethane, Nanotechnology, Renewable Energy Tagged With: Advanced Materials, BIogas, CO2

Energy crisis? the beginning of the end for gas-fired power in Europe

6 January 2023 by AEGLE TECHNOLOGY

Gas-fired power generation, which is currently part of Europe’s electricity backbone, is being threatened by high prices, market challenges and the declining cost of renewable energy. Rystad Energy research shows that with recent gas prices, it would be 10 times more expensive to operate gas-fired power plants in the long-term than to build new solar PV capacity in Europe.

While gas prices are not expected to remain at such high levels in the medium-to-long-term, when and if they fall, gas will struggle to remain competitive in Europe’s power mix.

This research uses the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) for gas and coal-fired power generation at different price levels and compares it to the LCOE of solar PV and wind.

Original article from Rystad Energy: https://www.rystadenergy.com/news/energy-crisis-the-beginning-of-the-end-for-gas-fired-power-in-europe

Filed Under: Renewable Energy Tagged With: Aegle Technology, Energy Independence, Europe

Ultra long-life batteries – thanks to nanoparticles!

5 January 2023 by AEGLE TECHNOLOGY

Batteries power much of our modern day life – from our phones, laptop computers, cars and may other devices we use every day and take for granted.

Yet the lifespan of current battery technology is disappointingly short – at best giving us a few years of reliable service and at worst catching fire or even exploding. Apart from the obvious inconvenience of our devices running out of power, this short lifespan creates major environmental issues with the need to source increasingly large amounts of raw materials, and the disposal of growing mountains of defunct batteries.

Much of our current battery technology is based on lithium-ion technology. Electrochemical lithium insertion and extraction often severely alters the electrode crystal chemistry, and this contributes to degradation with electrochemical cycling. Moreover, electrodes do not act in isolation, and this can be difficult to manage, especially in all-solid-state batteries. Therefore, discovering materials that can reversibly insert and extract large quantities of the charge carrier (Li+), that is, high capacity, with inherent stability during electrochemical cycles is necessary. 

In a recent paper published in Nature Materials (Konuma, I., Goonetilleke, D., Sharma, N. et al. A near dimensionally invariable high-capacity positive electrode material. Nat. Mater. (2022).) the authors examined lithium-excess vanadium oxides with a disordered rocksalt structure as high-capacity and long-life positive electrode materials. 

Nanosized Li8/7Ti2/7V4/7O2 in optimized liquid electrolytes delivered a large reversible capacity of over 300 mAh g−1 with two-electron V3+/V5+ cationic redox, reaching 750 Wh kg−1 versus metallic lithium.

Critically, highly reversible Li storage and no capacity fading for 400 cycles were observed in all-solid-state batteries with a sulfide-based solid electrolyte. X-ray diffraction combined with high-precision dilatometry reveals excellent reversibility and a near dimensionally invariable character during electrochemical cycling, which is associated with reversible vanadium migration on lithiation and delithiation.

This work demonstrates an example of an electrode/electrolyte couple that produces high-capacity and long-life batteries enabled by multi-electron transition metal redox with a structure that is near invariant during cycling.

In plain English, in future batteries based on this technology could have an almost infinite life, extending the useful life of our devices and reducing the need to mine new materials or dispose of old worn-out batteries!

Filed Under: Nanotechnology, Advanced Materials, Battery technology, Lithium-ion Tagged With: Advanced Materials, Aegle Technology, Battery Technologies, Electronics

Biogas optimisation investment opportunity

4 July 2022 by AEGLE TECHNOLOGY

Biogas is:

  • A mixture of gases, primarily consisting of methane (CH4), carbon dioxide (CO2) and small amounts of hydrogen sulphide (H2S)
  • Produced by anaerobic digestion using micro organisms inside a digester, biodigester or bioreactor
Biogas optimisation investment opportunity BGplus BioGAS+
  • A useful by-product of processing waste from a variety of industrial sources
  • A renewable fuel and energy source for heating, cooking, and power generation

Biogas Market Analysis

A Biogas producer’s revenues are generated by:

  • Fees for waste processing
  • Sale of biogas for heat and electricity generation
  • Sale of biomethane
  • Sale of digestate (fertilizer and other uses)
  • Various subsidies
Biogas optimisation investment opportunity BGplus BioGAS+

The global biogas market size was valued at USD 60.06 billion in 2021

The EU biogas market alone is currently worth EUR 24 billion and is estimated to double by 2030

Biogas optimisation investment opportunity BGplus BioGAS+

BGplus (BioGAS+) is a ready to use additive that increases the production of Biogas and the ratio of Methane (CH4) to CO2 without overdosing or harming the resident microbiota.

BGplus contributes directly to the metabolism of microbes, with the bioavailable minerals needed at each moment, for any microbe, and for any feedstock

Tests show that BGplus:

  • Significantly Increases biogas production by at least 30% (up to 300%)
  • Shortens the time taken to process waste
  • Restores and rescues biodigesters, saving time and money

Competitive advantage

  • BGPlus is available for sale now in a proven formulation
  • Barriers to manufacturing the product are extemely high
  • Technical knowledge needed to formulate the advanced materials based based substrate is not readily available
  • Aegle technology has existing stock and the means to manufacture more, in large quantities as required
  • BGplus has been submitted as a registered trademark

We are looking for Euro 1 million investment to:

  • Run trials in large biogas facilities
  • Ramp up production
  • Hire sales representatives
  • Cover management costs

Investors will receive shares in Aegle Technology SL, a company incorporated in Barcelona, Spain, NIF: B-09728221

For more information contact us:

AEGLE TECHNOLOGY SL

Rambla de Catalunya, 25 1-1, 08007 Barcelona, Spain

Christopher W. Young (CEO)

Cameron Dewey (Chief Investment Officer)

chris.y@aegle_technology.es

cameron.dewey@aegle_technology.es

Filed Under: BGplus, BioGas, BioGAS+, biomethane, investment, Renewable Energy

BioGAS+ partnerships – optimising the biogas industry!

25 June 2022 by AEGLE TECHNOLOGY

  • Are you a consultant or service provider to the Biogas industry?
  • Would you like to earn additional revenue while helping your customers?
  • Does your customer have a recalcitrant feedstock, unstable digester, odour problems with sulphur or a dying microbiota? 
  • Or would they just like to increase their production yield?
  • We can help you, to help your customers!

About Us

Aegle Technology (https://aegle-technology.es) is an advanced materials innovation, commercialization, and production company.   

We research and develop new advanced material solutions, take to market our own, and third-party, patents and have the know-how and facilities to manufacture products of the highest quality.

We are based in Barcelona, Spain, and work closely with both scientific experts and industry leaders to further technology innovation.

Introduction

BioGAS+ is the first ready-to-use additive for anaerobic digestion based on advanced materials.  It has obtained the highest ever-reported improvement of biogas production +285% and other significant benefits (following DIN-38414 standard)[1], with cellulose as feedstock.

A world first

BioGAS+ contributes directly to the metabolism of microbes, with doses of bioavailable minerals that they need at each moment, for any microbe and for any feedstock. 

This is a paradigm shift in the Biogas Production optimisation.

BioGAS+ is an additive based on safe and sustainably engineered advanced material optimisation of anaerobic digestion processes increasing the production of biogas and concentration of Methane.

BioGAS+ partnerships

The process that converts organic waste into gas is optimised simply by adding a small dose of BioGAS+ to either a large waste treatment reactor, a septic tank, or a homemade bio-digester.

BioGAS+ is a disruptive technology

BioGAS+ obtains the highest ever-reported improvement of biogas production: triples (200% increase) the biogas yield with cellulose as feedstock in laboratory conditions and obtains over a +30% methane ratio increase in real industrial settings, with real feedstock and with optimal concentrations below the 1% (with respect to the Volatile Solids). 

Existing technologies approach this problem by pre-treatment of the biomass, thermalisation of the waste and combination of feedstock but only obtain modest production increases. Moreover, many tend to be costly to implement requiring structural changes in the biogas production plant or process. 

Beyond an unprecedented methane production increase, BioGAS+ also offers additional advantages, including:

Optimises production

  • Reduction of the digestate fraction (more biogas means more digestion).
  • Higher waste degradation (the digestate is less, and less reactive).
  • Increase digestion process stability (more reproducible).
  • Reduction in retention/residential time by accelerating the digestion process.
  • Proven to reduce H2S levels (precipitated in the form of pyrite).
  • Reduction on the amount of foam produced (small particles trap detergents decreasing foam).
  • Enrichment of the residual material (digestate) with iron ions to obtain by-products with increased economic value such as high-quality fertilizers.
  • Reduce aerobic digestion (AD) plant energy consumption.
  • Minimize undesirable side effects in biogas plants such as the odours associated to Hydrogen Sulphide and Ammonia, thus reducing the cost of associated conditioning measures.
  • Precipitation of phosphorus (into ferric and ferrous phosphate).

Easy to use

  • Simple additive that can just be added onto the incoming sewage (it does not require any change in the biogas plant industrial process).
  • No requirement to pre-treat the substrate/feedstock or maintenance to preserve the microorganisms.
  • Can be used with any kind of anaerobic digester
  • Process is fully scalable.

Improves biomass

  • Increase in the diversity of biomass feedstock (oil, fat, meat) as it has been proven very suitable for “difficult to digest” (recalcitrant) feedstock.
  • More efficient use of biomass feedstock (low energy waste) due to the increased biogas/methane production.

Restores and rescues

  • Disinfection of pathogens and multi-resistant bacteria.
  • Solution to inhibitory substances. 
  • Rescue of digesters with problems.

Our offer

Aegle Technology is interested in partnering with Biogas experts who look to further their capability to solve their customer’s problem’s and provide added value through combining our product and their know-how. 

Aegle Technology offers BioGAS+ partners a 15% commission.

For more information:

Please contact us for additional information on BioGAS+ partnerships, and to begin to optimize your own business with BioGAS+.

BioGAS+ BGplus effectiveness case study
BioGAS+ BGplus

Aegle Technology SL

Rambla de Catalunya, 25, 1º

08007 Barcelona, Spain

+41 78 600 8995

sales@aegle-technology.es


[1]  E Casals, R Barrena, A García, E González, L Delgado, M Busquets‐Fité et al. Programmed iron oxide nanoparticles disintegration in anaerobic digesters boosts biogas production. Small 10, 2801-2808, 2014

Filed Under: BGplus, BioGas, BioGAS+, Renewable Energy

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