Anaerobic Digestion
How PLA Works in Anerobic Digestion
End of life options should be considered carefully for any product. It’s part of the philosophy underlying sustainable materials management and the circular economy. What happens to objects that are thrown away is complex and varies greatly by product and geography. Anaerobic digestion is one path of many for managing waste, and comes with complexities of its own.
Products made with Ingeo can be processed through various AD systems depending both on the type of product and type of system. We recommend a dry batch, thermophylic process. Any remaining digestate should be sent to aerobic composting.
Overview of Anaerobic Digestion from European Bioplastics
European Bioplastics has developed a position paper that details the landscape of anaerobic digestion, process technologies, bioplastic compatibilities, certifications, standards, and opportunities.