Gas Goes Green project explores biomethane and hydrogen compatibility
The gas networks in Britain have initiated a joint endeavor to investigate the potential of biomethane in achieving faster carbon emission reductions and cost savings for customers, while also supporting the growth of the hydrogen economy.
The official announcement of this project, titled "Maximising the Role of Green Gas," took place at the ADBA National Conference in London.
Wales & West Utilities, Cadent, SGN, National Gas, and Northern Gas Networks are seeking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with biomethane production in the United Kingdom.
They are particularly interested in exploring how the development of biomethane, alongside low carbon hydrogen, will impact future network development, technology requirements, and investment. These organizations will be collaborating as part of ENA's Gas Goes Green programme.
Biomethane is derived from organic feedstock that would otherwise be discarded, such as animal slurry, food waste, farm materials, or sewage sludge. This environmentally friendly fuel source has the potential to not only reduce carbon emissions but also generate negative carbon emissions when combined with carbon capture, utilization, or storage technologies.