That’s gas! — Biomethane production in modern Irish agriculture

Despite clear potential, biomethane remains underdeveloped in Ireland. Bridging the gap between ambition and delivery will depend on supports, infrastructure and farmer buy-in

A biomethane plant at Teagasc Grange in Co Meath.

Ireland lags behind the rest of Europe in biomethane production and infrastructure, despite being well-suited to the technology through its strong agricultural sector and Government pledges to deliver capacity by 2030.

Gas Networks Ireland chief executive David Kelly said Ireland was about 30 years behind Europe.