anaerobic digestion

British

noun

the conversion of biodegradable waste matter into compost in the absence of oxygen

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anaerobic digester noun

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This included alternative uses for the site such as hydrothermal plastics recycling and anaerobic digestion.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025

The findings from this research are anticipated to be applied to the selection of microorganisms for the advancement of environmental and energy technologies such as microbial fuel cells, anaerobic digestion, and electrochemical sensors.

From Science Daily • Feb. 29, 2024

The anaerobic digestion practiced by those microbes produces methane.

From National Geographic • Sep. 26, 2023

The liquid is poured into the concrete tanks, where, over a period of 15 to 30 days, it will be broken down by microorganisms in a process called anaerobic digestion.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 24, 2023

To maximize anaerobic digestion at wastewater facilities, food waste needs to be separated from other wastes.

From Salon • Aug. 1, 2023

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