VOICED : Chilean farmers turn dung into electricity

Chile's dairy farms are innovating by converting cow manure into electricity using biodigesters. This process not only produces bio gas and CO2, which are less polluting than methane, but also generates significant electric energy. Despite the current low contribution to Chile's renewable energy, this method holds potential for reducing reliance on imported energy. The concept of distributed generation, which involves producing energy locally, is discussed as a future solution. However, high installation costs remain a barrier for widespread adoption, with hopes for government support to make this technology accessible to more farmers.

What is meant by the term 'distributed generation' in the context of energy production?

What challenges do farmers face in adopting this renewable energy technology?