ADBA has engaged with the HSE regarding the GSMR amendment to clarify some interpretation elements. A guidance is being currently drafted and should be published in early summer 2023. Following our blog on the impact for the biomethane industry, we…
The Scottish government recently published its draft Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan, mapping out the future of Scotland’s energy sector with an ambitious suite of actions for the Scottish government, industry, the energy regulator, and also the UK government…
The Mid-Scheme Review of the Green Gas Support Scheme (GGSS) was launched today (23 March 2023) by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). The consultation will run for eight weeks till 18 May. The mid-scheme review seeks…
In our recent meeting with the EA, we had a long talk regarding bio-CO2 from AD plants. In line with the biomethane QP review, we are seeking AD operators', AD developers' and consultant's inputs regarding the following. ADBA will then…
I am, on the behalf of ADBA, member of the following technical committees within the British Standards Institution: TC408 “Natural gas and biomethane for use in transport and biomethane for injection in the natural gas grid” TC255 “Biogas” with the…
Department for the Economy Strategy for a Circular Economy in Northern Ireland On the 20th of March 2023, ADBA submitted their response to the Department for the Economy’s consultation on the Circular Economy Strategy for Northern Ireland. The Strategy outlined…
On 15th March 2023 Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the Spring Budget 2023, which he deemed his "Budget for Growth". His speech to parliament reflected on the importance of renewables in enhancing energy security, though focussed predominately on the expansion of…
The biomethane industry is happy to see the publication of the The Gas Safety (Management) (Amendment) Regulations 2023, last week. They will come into force on the 6th of April 2023. The GSMR apply to the conveyance of natural gas (methane) through…
The UK government’s Public Accounts Committee recently launched a call for evidence into the government's pathway to achieve decarbonisation of the power sector while ensuring energy security and affordability for consumers. ADBA responded to the survey highlighting the importance of…
As you are likely aware, the Anaerobic Digestate Quality Protocol is being updated. As part of this ADBA is on the Task and Finish Group which has been reviewing the list of permissible waste inputs listed in Appendix B of…