In the search for energy alternatives to fossil fuels, a number of ways have been discovered to employ the methane rich gas produced from various waste materials. This video explores a number of situations where this valuable resource has been harnessed. These include a municipal land fill tip and a sewage treatment plant. Various aspects of science, technology and society are examined.
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ACMI Identifier
325291
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Recycling (Waste, etc.)
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Recycling (Waste, etc.)
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Renewable energy sources
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Recycling (Waste, etc.)
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Renewable energy sources
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
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VHS; Access Print (Section 1)