Integrated biogas sparging and reciprocating strategy enhances fouling control and methane production in high-solids food waste anaerobic membrane bioreactors

Key Points

• Methane production increases significantly with integrated biogas sparging methodology, enhancing overall yields.
• The novel approach reduces membrane fouling, promoting longer operational lifespans for the system.
• Implementation of this technology in anaerobic membrane bioreactors operates effectively under high-solids food waste conditions.
• Findings suggest a potential for better resource recovery through improved biogas generation processes.