Installation on microbial fuel cells

Dutch scientists from Wageningen University, led Margolin Helder designed the plant on microbial fuel cells that extract electricity out of the swamp without damage to fragile and unique bog ecosystems. Given the fact that marshes covered about 6% of the Earth's surface, this technology has some promise.

The fact that up to 70% organic substances that plants create during photosynthesis, no application. These substances are excreted through the roots into the environment, after which they are decomposed by bacteria that live in the soil. Thus, it is possible to place the roots near the electrodes to collect electrons which are released during decomposition of organic matter.

This technology can be used to create power plants on the roofs of buildings. Estimated roof area of about 100 square meters will annually generate about 2800 kWh of energy. Microbial fuel elements generate a permanent weak current, which can charge batteries or to feed led lights.

It is also worth noting that the technology can work with different types of plants, including agricultural crops. Company company Plant-e has already conducted the first tests of the system, however, the stage of wide commercial deployment is not expected before 2016. published



Source: alternativenergy.ru