Small-scale biogas production in the new housing area in Marsabit

Abstract

This work explores the possibility of producing biogas in the new housing area in Marsabit, located in north of Kenya, with a dry and arid climate. The relevant conditions for biogas production in Marsabit are described. Biogas is introduced and suitable biogas digesters are discussed, as means to efficiently produce biogas. While challenges are recognized, suggestions to minimize them are offered and immediate benefits of using biogas are shown as well as wider benefits such as impact on deforestation, health, level of education and freeing up time from collecting firewood. Three digestor types were introduced and their suitability for use in Marsabit was considered.