Unlocking Biogas to Energise Northern Ireland’s Future
Northern Ireland’s anaerobic digestion (AD) and biomethane sector holds transformative potential for clean energy, smarter nutrient management, rural economic growth, and meaningful climate action. Yet despite strong recognition of its promise, progress has stalled, meaning many projects remain undeveloped and momentum has faded since the milestone first gas grid injection at Granville Eco Park.
This one-day conference is a timely response — a chance to reset, reconnect, and reignite the sector as the Assembly starts to draft policy to accelerate biomethane production in Northern Ireland.
With the theme “Unlocking Biogas to Energise Northern Ireland’s Future,” the event brings together farmers, AD operators, developers, policy makers, investors, and technology leaders to chart a path from vision to delivery.
What to Expect:
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Hear from Northern Ireland-based AD and biomethane projects leading the way
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Explore the challenges and solutions in planning, permitting and nutrient management
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Learn how other regions are scaling biogas to benefit agriculture and the economy
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Understand how to make AD projects investable
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Discover how to optimise plant performance and operational efficiency
The day will close with a sector-wide roundtable, gathering input on shared priorities and clear asks for government, industry, and finance.
Come and join us at the ADBA Northern Ireland Conference on 23 September. Whether you’re just starting out or already operational, this is your chance to reconnect with the bigger picture — and help shape the next chapter for AD and biomethane in Northern Ireland.
We are also hosting a sites visit to local AD plants on Monday 22 September – see section ‘AD Plant Site Visits’ for more information.
Secure your place using one of the options below.
Featuring talks from our distinguished speakers…
Andrew Muir MLA
Minister for Agriculture, Environment & Rural Affairs
Northern Ireland Executive
Jason Taylor
Technical Manager
SGS & President-Elect
British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing
Mark Stevenson
Director of Business Development
Kinecx Energy
Chris Huhne
Chair
ADBA
John McLenaghan
Deputy President
Ulster Farmers’ Union
Andrew Brown
Technical Support Manager
ADBA
Jack Blakiston-Houston
Director
BH Estates
James Dorman
Founder
Manby BGE Ltd
Martin Doherty
Director of Energy Transition
Encirc
Owen Elson
Business Development Manager
SGN Green Gas Solutions
Dr James Young
Technical Lead
Centre for Competitiveness
Patrick McRedmond
Technical Product Manager
Verdant Analytix
Richard O’Loughlin
Technical Biogas Consultant
Vogelsang Ireland
Charles McAllister
Director
Green Gas Taskforce
Stephen Robb
Renewables Editor
Irish Farmers Journal
Mark Stockdale
Partner
A&L Goodbody Northern Ireland LLP
Dr Gareth Mottram
Policy Lead
ADBA
Dr Gary Lyons
Senior Scientific Officer
AFBI
Cameron Ball
Head of External Affairs
ADBA
Sarah Letsinger
MBH Lead
World Biogas Association
Mark Christensen
Managing Director
Anaergia
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Included in the ticket price…
✓ experts’ presentations on business, policy and technology
✓ face-to-face networking
✓ exhibition area showcasing products and services
✓ breakfast, lunch, coffee, tea and drinks reception
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Operating AD plants
• Policymakers and government officials
• Feedstock providers
• The AD supply chain
• Financiers, insurers, developers
• Farmers and agri-food industry
• Heavy industry
• Oil & gas
• Universities and research institutions
• Non-governmental organisations
WHAT PEOPLE HAVE SAID ABOUT ADBA EVENTS
“where the shakers and movers in AD can be found and networked”
Iain Steel
Development Director, BioWatt Developments Ltd
“an excellent overview on policy and strategic direction of the AD sector”
Michael Fishwick
Director, Powerhouse Management Ltd
“well attended, with great speakers, content and networking opportunities”
Matt Hale
International Sales and Marketing Director, HRS Heat Exchangers
