ENHANCING NUTRITION, FOOD AND ENERGY SECURITY THROUGH BIOGAS TECHNOLOGY

This research by Engineer Fay Matongo focuses on the implementation and benefits of biogas technology to enhance nutrition, food, and energy security within the Mayukwayukwa community.The introduction highlights the historical energy supply in the settlement, the challenges faced due to reliance on fossil fuel generators and solar panels, and the impact of cooking methods on deforestation and land degradation.The study addresses the energy challenges faced by the Mayukwayukwa community and proposes biogas technology as a solution. It explores the benefits of utilizing organic waste, emphasizing the advantages of biogas for cooking, lighting, electricity generation, and bio-fertilizer for agriculture.Through examples of biodigester construction and the integration of livestock and crop farming subsystems, the study illustrates waste management methods for optimal biogas production and soil improvement.The research concludes by highlighting the multifaceted advantages of biogas technology, including its contribution to food production, nutrition security, energy generation, and an overall secure environment within the Mayukwayukwa community.The study also references the Energy4Agriculture Project by SNV, showcasing the installation of biodigesters across Zambia and emphasizing their positive impact on agriculture and energy sustainability.