Anaerobic Digestion

Anaerobic digesters convert manure into biogas and other useful products through a controlled biological process. Interest in digesters has grown as dairies look for ways to manage manure, reduce emissions, produce renewable energy, and support nutrient recovery from manure streams. from manure streams.

Explore research, tools, and case studies from CSANR and partners that help producers, advisors, and decision-makers understand how digesters work, the benefits and tradeoffs they involve, and the economic and policy factors that influence whether a digester project makes sense for a dairy operation.

Reports, Tools, and Videos

These reports, tools, and videos come from the CSANR research database and highlight work on anaerobic digestion carried out with partners across Washington and beyond.

Carbon and Cow$ Podcast

Podcast exploring carbon markets, greenhouse gas reduction, and economic opportunities for dairy and livestock producers.

The Dairy Manure Biorefinery

Overview of the dairy biorefinery concept integrating anaerobic digestion with technologies producing fuels, power, and value-added products.