Types of anaerobic digesters for solid wastes

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This chapter presents and explains most common anaerobic digesters for solid waste. The different technologies are compared in respect to biological and technical performance as well as reliability. It was distinguished between one-stage, two-stage, and batch systems.

VANDEVIVERE, P. BAERE, L. de (2002): Types of anaerobic digesters for solid wastes. In: MATA-ALVAREZ, J. (1999): Biomethanization of the Organic Fraction of Municipal Solid Wastes. London: 336 - 367. URL [Accessed: 06.06.2019]

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