Laboratory for Sustainable Energy Carriers and Processes (LEP)

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The PSI Laboratory for Sustainable Energy Carriers and Processes studies catalysts and materials for providing energy from CO2, biomass and waste.

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Advancing Biogas Quality: Tackling Siloxane Challenges for Smooth Energy Transition

Siloxanes, present in everyday items, can compromise the efficiency and durability of bioenergy systems, even at trace levels. Monitoring and quantifying these impurities are critical for improving biogas quality and expanding its role in renewable energy. However, sampling biogas and storing samples containing siloxanes for analysis remain a significant challenge.