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From farms to factories, biomethane could reshape energy security, agriculture and decarbonisation. So what’s holding it back? Industry experts reveal what needs to change to unlock its full potential.

“Waiting is expensive.” Cadent’s Dr Angela Needle warns the UK risks losing momentum on hydrogen, despite having all the ingredients to lead.

Spain has approved a transport decarbonisation framework setting new renewable fuel targets while promoting EV charging, renewable hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuels.

IGEM has responded to DESNZ's call for evidence on flexible electrolytic hydrogen production, highlighting the vital role flexible electrolysers can play in supporting a resilient, low-carbon energy system. Our response outlines how policy and market reforms can unlock investment while maximising whole-system benefits across the electricity and hydrogen sectors.

IGEM responds to the Rural Services Network’s call for evidence on rural resilience and off-gas-grid heating, highlighting the need for a technology-neutral approach that supports affordable, practical and resilient pathways to net zero.

JCB is preparing to attempt a new world land speed record with its hydrogen-powered vehicle, the JCB Hydromax.

Kelton has expanded into Hull through a partnership with OSL Consulting Engineers, providing flow measurement expertise to support the Humber's growing hydrogen and carbon capture projects.

New IGEM commissioned research shows how a balanced energy transition could deliver net zero at lower cost and with greater resilience.

The proposed site would be located near Manston Airport and aims to convert non-recyclable waste into hydrogen.

Toyota has filed a patent that points to growing interest in hydrogen-powered two-wheel transport.

UK brick giant to launch world’s first hydrogen-fired kilns, cutting emissions and setting a new benchmark for low-carbon industrial heat.

Cadent Gas has received 38 applications to build or expand biomethane plants across the UK, highlighting growing confidence in the sector.

Green hydrogen supplied by a UK-based energy company will be used to power the construction of a major rail electrification scheme in the North of England.

Low-cost hydrogen from underground sources could reshape data centre power strategies and influence where future digital infrastructure is built.

The new approach aims to cut upfront costs, remove long-standing barriers and accelerate biomethane growth across its networks.

Daimler Truck plans to place 100 fuel cell trucks into customer operations from the end of 2026.

The proposed H2East Pipeline would create a new hydrogen transport route between the Humber and Nottinghamshire, linking future hydrogen production with industrial users.

Funding from Innovate UK will help advance a waste conversion process producing hydrogen and biomethane.

Natural hydrogen has taken a major step forward in Europe, as La Française de l’Énergie (FDE) begins drilling France’s first deep well dedicated entirely to naturally occurring hydrogen.

Korean researchers have developed a new catalyst that could make green hydrogen cheaper and more stable.