Powering a sustainable future
Strong partnership for advanced practices in the circular economy and renewable power generation
Acqua & Sole is an Italian company specializing in the treatment and valorization of organic waste through anaerobic digestion. Located in Vellezzo Bellini, Northern Italy, the company processes over 120,000 tons of organic feedstock annually, primarily comprising sewage sludge and agro-industrial waste. Acqua & Sole contributes to reducing reliance on non-renewable resources, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable waste management and agricultural practices.
In Vellezzo Bellini, Italy, Acqua & Sole processes over 120,000 tons of organic feedstock annually, producing biogas and organic fertilizers
The results
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Optimized process efficiency: Real-time monitoring and accurate data on gas composition, pressure, temperature and flow rates
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Enhanced safety: Reliable instrumentation helps detect and mitigate potential hazards, such as gas leaks or pressure build-ups
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Meeting stringent biomethane quality standards: Reliable and robust optical analysis technologies ensure that quality specifications are met
“We have been working with Endress+Hauser for over ten years. The products and solutions are first-class and help us control the biogas to biomethane upgrading in a sustainable and safe manner.”
Acqua & Sole
“Endress+Hauser’s portfolio meets all our needs and helps us fully leverage our production capacities according to the most stringent standards.”
Acqua & Sole
Customer challenge
Optimizing the biogas upgrading process presents key challenges in managing process complexity, ensuring the removal of impurities while safeguarding economic viability. Efficient removal of impurities like CO₂, H₂S and water vapor is crucial for meeting biomethane quality standards before injection into the grid, requiring continuous monitoring and rapid adjustments if required.
Strong partnership for circular economy innovation
The longstanding partnership with Endress+Hauser has not only enhanced
operational efficiency but also ensured the economic viability of the plant. Shared values, such as a commitment to research and development, unite both companies and promote a fruitful partnership that contributes to a sustainable energy future.
