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Horsepower to poop power: Horse manure better at generating electricity, heat


Disposing off horse manure has been a problem for farms but using it to generate electricity is a welcome step.

With countries setting targets to achieve net-zero emissions in the coming few decades, there is a rush to switch away from coal and gas and use more environmentally friendly sources of energy. An alternate method involves heating wet manure directly in the presence of air and generating steam that can push turbine blades. With livestock farming a major contributor to greenhouse gases, these approaches offer another way to add value to the activity while also moving away from fossil fuels.

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