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Ukraine has officially launched a national Register of Biomethane, a state digital system designed to track, verify and confirm the origin of renewable gas from production through to final consumption or export. The register, operated by the State Agency on Energy Efficiency and Energy Saving of Ukraine, records volumes of biomethane submitted to and withdrawn from the gas transmission and…
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Australia is pushing ahead with the development of a new carbon crediting methodology for alternative waste treatment, a move that could significantly expand the sector's role in the country's emissions reduction efforts. The proposed methodology would replace an expired scheme and introduce two key changes: a longer period during which projects can earn carbon credits, and the inclusion of…
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North Yorkshire Council has granted planning permission for a £20 million anaerobic digestion facility at the former RAF Skipton-on-Swale airfield, despite local objections over traffic and environmental concerns. The 12.69-hectare site, operated by Advanced Fuel Partners, will process up to 144,000 tonnes per year of agricultural waste and manure to produce renewable biomethane for injection…
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Millions of tonnes of UK waste wood could be without a domestic market from next year if the government does not take urgent steps to protect the UK's waste wood biomass sector, the Wood Recyclers' Association (WRA) has warned. Around 4.5 million tonnes of waste wood arise in the UK each year and the majority of this (nearly 3 million tonnes) – including lower grade material that is…
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The RNG Coalition has welcomed the US Treasury Department's release of proposed regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit, as authorised by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act and amended by last year's One Big Beautiful Bill Act. "Today's 45Z proposed rule is a positive step towards providing the clarity and certainty that renewable natural gas producers require," said RNG…
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Estonia is set to support the development of a new biomethane injection point that will allow renewable gas to be fed directly into the country’s gas transmission network, strengthening energy security and supporting decarbonisation efforts. The Ministry of Energy and the Environment has approved a regulation that will provide financial support for the establishment of at least one public…
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Food waste from households across Lincolnshire will soon be transformed into renewable energy and fertiliser through anaerobic digestion, as new weekly food waste collections begin rolling out in early 2026. The scheme will see unavoidable food waste diverted from general rubbish and sent to a local anaerobic digestion facility, where it will be broken down to produce biogas for energy…
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India's Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council has announced a significant funding opportunity for organisations developing green hydrogen from biomass and other alternative feedstocks. The programme, operating under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, makes available INR 100 crore (approximately £10 million) to support pilot-scale demonstration projects across the country. The…
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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the establishment of six biogas plants across the province in India, signalling the practical rollout of new clean energy initiatives. Four of the plants will be set up in Lahore, while two will be located in Faisalabad. The decision was taken during a special meeting on clean energy, chaired by the chief minister, where officials…
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The UK is lagging significantly behind international competitors in developing a cohesive strategy for biomass utilisation and the broader bioeconomy, according to a comprehensive white paper published by the Bio-based and Biodegradable Industries Association (BBIA). Whilst more than 50 nations have published bioeconomy strategies or implemented policies steering towards sustainable biomass…
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Indonesia’s state-owned power utility PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) has signed the commercial operation date (COD) for the 15MW Pontianak Biomass Power Plant II in West Kalimantan. Reported on January 2, 2026, the announcement confirms the facility is ready for commercial operations and represents another step in Indonesia’s efforts to expand renewable energy and reduce reliance on…
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African nations are increasingly recognising the potential of liquefied natural gas to drive economic growth and energy independence, according to a new report from the African Energy Chamber. The chamber's "State of African Energy: 2026 Outlook Report" highlights how several gas-producing nations are pivoting from holding gas back primarily as an export product to building gas-centric domestic…
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India's biogas industry is projected to draw investments surpassing Rs 5,000 crore (€534 million) during the 2026-27 financial year, according to forecasts from the Indian Biogas Association. The anticipated growth comes as market demand for renewable gas continues to rise across the country. Recent government figures show that 94 compressed biogas plants generated sales exceeding 31,400…
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The Environment Agency has published a new Regulatory Position Statement (RPS 361) specifically for waste wood in England, following successful advocacy by the Wood Recyclers’ Association (WRA). RPS 361 allows permitted sites affected by unplanned downtime at biomass plants, incinerators, and panel board facilities to apply to temporarily exceed their permitted storage limits. Significantly,…
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