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

 

Circular Benefits