noun
- Plural of biogas; gases produced by the breakdown of organic matter in the absence of oxygen, typically containing methane and carbon dioxide, used as a renewable energy source.
Usage: Usually used in plural form when referring to multiple types or sources of biogas; Technical/scientific term commonly used in environmental and energy contexts
Examples
- The wastewater treatment plant captures biogases from decomposing sludge to generate electricity.
- Farmers are increasingly using biogases from livestock manure as an alternative energy source.
- Different biogases have varying methane concentrations depending on their source material.
- The facility processes food waste to produce biogases for heating and power generation.
- Biogases from landfills can be collected and converted into usable energy.
- Research shows that biogases offer a sustainable way to reduce both waste and carbon emissions.