Methane gas in cattle breath and manure has a higher greenhouse effect than carbon dioxide, and is one of the causes of global warming. On the other hand, this methane can also be utilized as biomass energy through appropriate treatment. Associate Professor Shiho Ishikawa of the Environmental Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, spoke about her research to solve the various issues surrounding the cattle industry and build a recycling-oriented society.

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