Alvus

A complete biomethane set, from agricultural byproducts to energy, a new concept for the exploitation of agricultural residues.

Grant period2023-09-01 - 2025-08-31
Funding bodyEuropean Union
Call numberHORIZON-EIC-2022-ACCELERATOR-01
Grant number190163360
IdentifierG:(EU-Grant)190163360

Note: Nowadays, the construction of digesters for biogas plants is made of steel or concrete, which is highly expensive and not eco-friendly. Recent changes on EU directives on lowering incentives for biogas production have excluded sophisticated solutions, promoting the choice of simple, innovative and cost-efficient solutions. Alvus proposes a new construction philosophy for the digesters based on the eco-friendly solution of mechanically stabilized earth (MSE). Our solution provides the following advantages: (i) Realization of larger volumes, at a drastically reduced cost (55% CAPEX savings compared to traditional concrete digesters); (ii) Lower CO2 emissions (up to 85%), reduced environmental impact and better incorporation of the plant in the agricultural landscape; and (iii) Easy and quick construction. Thanks to this EIC project, Alvus will be able to develop, validate and commercialize a disruptive innovation, revolutionizing the entire biomethane market.
   

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 Record created 2023-08-27, last modified 2023-08-27