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What are the advantages of using biogas?
Solution
- It bums without smoke and therefore causes less pollution.
- An excellent way to get rid of organic wastes like bio-waste and sewage material.
- Left over slurry is a good manure rich in nitrogen and phosphorus.
- It is safe and convenient to use.
- It can reduce the amount of greenhouse gases emitted.
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