The utility company Fortum turns horse manure into a renewable energy source. Based in Finland, Fortum uses biological waste in a circular energy generation system that is capable of powering a horse show. The Helsinki International Horse Show will be entirely powered by this alternative form of energy.
The HorsePower system, according to SpringWise, "uses recycled materials to provide a bedding management service for stable-owners, as well as energy." Wood byproducts are used in horse stables for bedding. The used bedding plus horse manure is collected and taken to Fortum's power plant, where it's burned to produce heat and electricity. The 250 horses attending the Helsinki horse show will have bedding provided by Fortum, which will create enough waste for the event's lighting, scoreboards and other electricity-based needs.
Manure-Powered Horse Shows
Horse Manure and Used Bedding Can Be Used to Generate Electricity
Trend Themes
1. Circular Energy Generation - The process of turning biological waste into a renewable energy source has the potential to disrupt traditional energy production methods in the future.
2. Alternative Energy Sources - Exploring new alternative energy sources can lead to more sustainable and eco-friendly energy solutions.
3. Waste Management Systems - Innovations in waste management systems can turn waste into a valuable resource and create new business opportunities in various industries.
Industry Implications
1. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can benefit from innovative circular energy generation systems that utilize biological waste as a source of energy.
2. Agriculture - The agriculture industry can create new revenue streams by partnering with renewable energy companies and providing waste materials, such as animal manure, for energy production.
3. Event Planning - Event planners can explore eco-friendly and sustainable energy alternatives to power their events and reduce their carbon footprint.