Hargey seeks views on developing a sustainable biomethane sector | Newry News | Latest Newry News, Newry Sport and Newry Business for Newry City

Hargey seeks views on developing a sustainable biomethane sector | Newry News

Economy Minister Deirdre Hargey has said biomethane could provide a locally produced, sustainable and secure renewable energy source.

 

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The Minister has launched a three-month Call for Evidence seeking information and views from key stakeholders on developing a sustainable biomethane sector.

A renewable gas, biomethane is the purified version of biogas produced from the anaerobic digestion of organic matter such as silage, manure and brown bin waste.

Recent research indicates that this region has significant biomethane potential due to its large agricultural sector.

Minister Hargey says, “Moving away from fossil fuels is vital in the transition towards a greener and more sustainable economy.

“Due to our large agricultural sector, we have the potential to use biomethane to support our journey towards net zero.

 


 


 

“Biomethane can not only provide a locally produced, sustainable source of energy but also enhance our energy security of supply.

“This Call for Evidence seeks the insight of key stakeholders into how biomethane production should develop locally.

“Co-design is central to the Economic Vision, and all responses received will contribute towards the establishment of an effective policy framework to support the development of a sustainable biomethane sector.”

Regarding how biomethane can boost the rural economy, Ms Hargey continues, “The first injection of locally produced biomethane into the gas network last November was a welcome development which we must build upon.

 


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“Implementing green technologies is often presented as a cost, but the development of the biomethane sector here presents significant economic opportunities for the rural economy in the creation of good jobs, raising productivity and addressing historical regional imbalances.”

The Minister acknowledged the collaborative support received from Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, “I thank Minister Muir and his officials for their support in the development of biomethane policy and management of feedstocks.

“Our Departments are closely linked on the development of a sustainable biomethane sector and we will continue to work collaboratively to reduce carbon emissions.”

 


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