Well-functioning biogas systems can yield a whole range of benefits for their users, the society and the environment in general
production of energy (heat, light, electricity);
transformation of organic waste into high quality fertilizer;
reduction of volume of disposed waste products;
improvement of hygienic conditions through reduction of pathogens, worm eggs and flies;
encouragement of better sanitation;
reduction of workload, mainly for women, in firewood collection and cooking;
environmental advantages through protection of soil, water, air and woodland vegetation;
micro-economical benefits through energy and fertilizer substitution, additional income sources and increasing yields of animal husbandry and agriculture;
macro-economical benefits through decentralized energy generation, import substitution and environmental protection
