PROCESSING OF BIOPLASTIC IN AN ANAEROBIC BIOGAS REACTOR

Abstract

Bioplastics are a new alternative with lower pollution and rapid degradability that can reduce rising pollution levels and are a potential source of renewable energy. The aim of the work is to analyze the properties of bioplastics and to base the research on the potential of compostable bioplastic processing at home in an anaerobic biogas reactor. Biodegradable bioplastics made from biomass reduce the carbon footprint, provide better waste management options and reduce dependence on fossil fuels, which can help limit greenhouse gas emissions. After examining various bioplastics (courier envelope, garbage bag), we can see that after 30 days, the biogas potential of the heat-treated courier envelope increased to 139.48 1/kg M. When examining the garbage bag, we noticed that the lowest biogas potential after 60 days was treated with HCl - 86, 67 1/kg M. followed by the control group - 125.17 1/kg M. and the highest potential was detected after treatment with hot water - 184.17 1/kg M. Autoclaving the garbage bag increased the yield by 66% (223.48 1/ kg M) compared to the control group (154.45 1/kg M).