What are the benefits of Renewable Natural Gas?
Benefits for farmers and local communities
A reliable long-term contract for farmers supplying feedstock to the plant, ensuring predictability and stability for both parties
A reliable source of income for farmers through the purchase of animal manures and slurries, diversifying revenue for farmers
Cost competitive sustainable fertiliser that can displace more expensive synthetic fertilisers, delivering both financial and environmental benefits
Increased crop yield through the spreading of nutrient rich, sustainable fertiliser from the AD plant
Stimulates local economy by generating employment opportunities for the landowner and the staff operating the plant
Contributes to 25% agri decarbonisation targets and delivers improved air, water and soil quality
Benefits for Ireland
Support the agricultural sector in meeting its 25% decarbonisation targets set by government
Contribute to the ‘REPowerEU’ initiative aimed at reducing the EU’s reliance on imported Russian gas and increasing energy security
Lower energy import bill while increasing Ireland’s energy security as the Corrib gas field depletes
Contribute to Ireland’s ambitious climate action targets, particularly in the area of heat, which has been historically difficult to decarbonise
Provides a flexible, reliable source of renewable baseload energy that can plug directly into the existing gas network without the need for major capex deployment
Supports rural economies by creating various agreements along with direct employment opportunities through the staffing of AD facilities
Benefits for the environment
Reduces ammonia and nutrient runoff
Manages organic waste in a sustainable manner to directly contribute to the decarbonisation of the waste industry
Reduces risk of microbial disease through waste management
Reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions in various sectors such as transportation
Produce digestate to offset artificial fertiliser and make nutrients more readily available
Improve nutrient recycling and recover resource value of waste