Harness gas from septic tank

[Anonymous]

Ordinary domestic size septic tanks probably produce a quantity of methane. Has anyone ever harnessed it for domestic use? Would appreciate any suggestions about where to find such information, or how to go about doing it.

[GuestParticipant]

I know that sewage plants burn off the gas from the digesters. I’ve even seen them recover the gas for usage as a source for heat instead of natural gas.
The problem is, the gas has a high moisture content and is very hard on piping and controls.
You would most likely find the same problem with a septic tank.
Mother Earth News used to carry articles about this type of self sufficency. I would start with them .

[GilmoreParticipant]

Thanks PlumberBob for taking the trouble. I will try to find Mother Earth News today.

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