Anaergia to build biogas plant on South Korea’s Jeju Island

In Singapore, Anaergia Singapore was chosen to design and construct a biogas plant on Jeju Island, South Korea, with a project valued at C$25 million. The facility will utilize Anaergia’s Omnivore™ anaerobic digestion technology to process 50,000 tons of organic waste annually, sourced from local slaughterhouses, citrus juice plants, and food production facilities.

This technology converts organic waste into biogas, which will be used to produce two megawatts of renewable energy. Additionally, the byproduct, known as digestate, will be repurposed into fertilizer. The system’s design focuses on maximizing waste conversion while minimizing environmental impact, contributing to Jeju Island’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve its “2030 Waste-Free” goal.

This project represents Anaergia’s first venture in South Korea, highlighting the growing demand for sustainable waste management solutions in the region. The plant is expected to play a significant role in transforming waste management practices on the island, aligning with South Korea’s national biogas strategy.