Biogas Digester Questionnaire

1. Capacity (size) of the biogas digester:

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2. Design of the digester (e.g., continuous stirred tank reactor, plug flow, etc.):
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3. Specific purpose or application of the digester:
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4. Types of organic waste or biomass used as feedstock:
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5. Feedstock preparation process:
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6. Ratios or proportions used in the feedstock mixture:
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7. Current gas output of the biogas digester:
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8. Desired or expected gas output for the digester:
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9. Challenges or limitations regarding gas production:
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10. Average retention time of the feedstock within the digester:
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11. Operating temperature range maintained in the digester:
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12. Method of mixing and agitation within the digester:
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13. Known inhibitory substances present in the feedstock:
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14. Identification and management of potential inhibitory substances:
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15. Frequency of maintenance and inspections conducted on the digester:
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16. Recent or known mechanical or technical issues that could affect gas production:
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17. Method of gas production monitoring and measurement:
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18. Parameters or indicators used to assess gas production efficiency:
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19. Measures taken to improve gas production in the digester:
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20. Adjustments or modifications made to operational parameters or feedstock management:
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