On 17 March 2026, ADBA submitted our response to New Heavy Goods Vehicle Carbon Dioxide Emissions Regulatory Framework for the UK consultation. We focussed on ensuring the regulations do not penalise renewable solutions like biomethane. We argued that the government must change the rules…
ADBA has submitted its response to the government's call for evidence on crop-derived sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Our central message is straightforward: the UK has real, scalable domestic feedstock potential for crop-based SAF — including via biogas-to-SAF pathways — but…
The regulation of sewage sludge spreading in England is long overdue for reform. ADBA has submitted its formal response to Defra's consultation on the future of the Sludge (Use in Agriculture) Regulations 1989, setting out a clear position: the current…
By Dr Gareth Mottram, Policy Lead, ADBA As the trade body for the anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas sector, the Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association (ADBA) has consistently highlighted in its policy work that the UK’s structural exposure to global gas…
On 10 March 2026, we submitted our response to the consultation on Proposed Reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and Other Changes to the Planning System, advocating for a planning system that actively supports the growth of AD sector. We strongly welcome the move toward a…
On 27 February 2026, we submitted our response to the consultation on a Common Biomass Sustainability Framework, highlighting the important role of AD in the UK’s transition to net zero. Our message to the government is clear: while we support robust environmental standards, the unique strengths of the AD sector must be recognised…
ADBA held its 2026 Scottish Conference on 4 March in Edinburgh, which brought together the foremost minds in the biogas sector to discuss the theme ‘AD: Clean Fuel, Circular Farming, Secure Future’. With the event taking place only weeks before…
Opinion: Middle East Crisis - Biogas as a Strategic Solution for Food Affordability During the Gulf Crisis By Jon Hughes, Editor in Chief, ADBA As farmers brace for higher fuel and fertiliser prices arising out of the Iran war, the…
Opinion piece: ADBA Scottish Conference looks ahead to the Elections By Cameron Ball, External Affairs Lead, ADBA On 7 May 2026, Scotland will head to the polls in what is widely expected to be one of the most consequential elections…
As the UK navigates the transition to a decarbonised energy system, the question of gas security has never been more important. In our response to the Government’s Gas System in Transition: Security of Supply consultation, which closed yesterday, 18 February,…