Anaerobic digestion is a method of generating energy by breaking down organic material to produce natural gas and fertiliser.

There are currently over 650 operational anaerobic digestion sites in the UK.

Acorn uses agricultural material for our facilities, including crops from rotations and manure. By using only agricultural material, never food waste, we generate energy while avoiding unpleasant odours.

The agricultural material, fed into the facility is broken down by microbes. This produces:

• Biomethane, a fuel which can directly heat homes;

• Commercial CO2, which can be used by industry to address supply chain shortages;

• Natural fertiliser, which will be used on nearby farms, replacing imported artificial products.

Overall, the process uses a natural cycle by using CO2 from the atmosphere and sunlight to make a sustainable fuel.

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