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Anaerobic Digesters

Scaling WASH Enterprises and Innovations

DungBeetle Anaerobic Digesters - Innovation

Global Sanitation Challenge

59% of the global population lacks access to sewers and relies on onsite sanitation. The absence of affordable, sustainable technology has resulted in 4.5 billion people without access to safely managed sanitation and 5 million sanitation-related deaths.

The Innovation

In 2019, Opero collaborated with Sistema.Bio to test and commercialize their modular anaerobic digesters, the DungBeetle, expanding from agricultural applications to meet the pressing needs in sanitation.

Proven Technology

A reliable, affordable, and easy-to-install biodigester system utilizing advanced anaerobic digestion technology.

Durable Design

Constructed from linear low-density polythene, offering robust performance and mobility between sites.

Complete Solution

Includes full suite of biogas appliances and connections, with customizable sanitation system design options.

System Components

Biodigester System

Biodigester System

The core DungBeetle system made from durable linear low-density polythene.

Biogas Applications

Biogas Applications

Clean energy production system for cooking and other household needs.

Installation Process

Installation Process

Simple and efficient installation process for quick deployment.

Applications

Households

Perfect for individual home sanitation needs, providing sustainable waste management and energy production.

Institutions

Ideal for schools, hospitals, and other facilities requiring efficient waste management solutions.

Treatment Facilities

Suitable for decentralized wastewater treatment, offering scalable solutions for communities.

Impact Metrics

116+

Active Reactors

7

Countries Worldwide

8,360

People Served Daily

8,190

m³ Fecal Sludge Treated Yearly

13,610

Meals Powered Yearly

Key Benefits

  • ✓ Sustainable waste management solution
  • ✓ Clean energy production through biogas
  • ✓ Cost-effective implementation
  • ✓ Modular and portable design
  • ✓ Reduced environmental impact