Waste Management

Waste management is one of the biggest concerns of livestock operations and other agricultural enterprises.

Propane is an excellent fuel source for equipment that helps maintain the proper management and disposal of waste materials. In some cases, the equipment will support and enhance agricultural production.

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	Project 1:Propane Incinerators PERC-supported researchers studied the market potential for propane-fueled portable animal carcass incineration systems. The study included a survey of major U.S. incinerator manufacturers to get their views on the potential success of propane-fueled incinerators. It also included an in-depth assessment of an earlier portable propane incinerator project done by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture. Docket 12346 and Docket 12028.

Biodigester with propane tank waste management

Project 2:Propane-Fueled Biodigesters

A PERC-supported demonstration showed that propane can play a vital role in converting green waste to biogas and hydrogen through an anaerobic digester. Further studies have assessed the viability of a commercial hybrid-power biodigester in the Mid-Atlantic region. Docket 12027 and Docket 12046.

Fact Sheet:Propane Provides Reliable Supplemental Power and Heat for Biodigesters

Propane On The Farm

Waste Management

Ag Propane E-Lert

Project 1:Propane Incinerators

Project 2:Propane-Fueled Biodigesters