Farmers, food producers, and processors are central to Scotland's drive towards a more sustainable future. Their role is seen as crucial to delivering food security whilst also protecting nature and tackling climate change through the principles of circular. Under plans…
At the end of January, ADBA submitted a response to the DfT call for evidence on the future of the Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation (RTFO). This policy ensures a rising fraction of surface fuels are from renewable sources; it has…
On 23rd January 2025, ADBA submitted its response to UK ETS Scope Expansion: Maritime consultation. We have outlined our position on how the maritime sector's inclusion can drive decarbonisation while supporting the growth of sustainable fuels. Our response emphasises practical…
On 23rd January 2025, ADBA submitted its response to the UK ETS Scope Expansion - CCS: Non-Pipeline Transport of Carbon Dioxide consultation. We have set out our position on how non-pipeline transportation (NPT) of CO2 can best serve the UK's net-zero…
ADBA National Conference 2024 - Key takeaways By Dr Gareth Mottram, Policy Lead, ADBA On the new government's vision Miatta Fahnbulleh MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, provided a fantastic keynote speech…
On Wednesday, 4 December 2024, the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) organised an anaerobic digestion (AD) site visit with the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP). The aim of the visit was to foster a discussion between the AD…
Biogen welcomed European delegation to their Bygrave AD Facility in Hertfordshire on 10th December 2024. The visit, organised by ADBA, included representatives from European Union officials and UK government officials from DEFRA. The Bygrave facility operates as a Combined Heat…
On 3 December 2024, the ADBA submitted its response to Welsh Sustainable Investment Principles Consultation. ADBA welcomed the Welsh Government's proposed Sustainable Investment Principles, recognising their alignment with AD technology’s multifaceted benefits in renewable energy generation, soil enhancement, and sustainable…
On 29 November 2024, ADBA submitted a response to DESNZ’s Electricity Infrastructure Consenting in Scotland emphasising the important role AD must play in Scotland's sustainable electricity generation future. ADBA strongly supports Scotland's proposed reforms to streamline electricity infrastructure consenting. Key…
The 13th annual AD and Biogas Industry Awards are now open for entries! The AD and Biogas Industry Awards recognise individuals and organisations that represent the very best of the world's anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas sector. There are 11…