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𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲: 𝗮 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 🌱 As Europe seeks sustainable energy solutions, Denmark is showing how biomethane can drive decarbonization, especially in hard-to-electrify sectors. Denmark's green gas strategy aims to phase out fossil natural gas by 2050, focusing biomethane on industrial use while transitioning households to electric heat pumps. With 40% of Denmark’s gas consumption already biomethane, the country is on track to achieve 70% by 2030 and 100% by 2035. Here’s how they’re doing it: 1️⃣ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁: Denmark is pushing for households to move away from natural gas to electric heat pumps and district heating systems. This shift reduces the demand for gas in homes, allowing biomethane to be prioritized for industries that need it the most 2️⃣ 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻’𝘁 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗳𝘆: Sectors like steel and cement require high temperatures, which makes electrification difficult. By focusing biomethane on these industries, Denmark ensures maximum impact on emissions reduction without operational disruptions 3️⃣ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻: Denmark uses a transparent trading system that certifies biomethane as a renewable resource, ensuring industries know where their green gas comes from. This encourages growth and investment in renewable gases 4️⃣ 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: Denmark's commitment goes beyond short-term policies. With infrastructure investments and subsidies planned through 2050, they are setting a strong foundation for biomethane’s long-term role in the energy mix Denmark’s strategy offers a clear model for the EU to follow, showing that with the right policies and vision, biomethane can play a critical role in Europe’s green energy transition. 🔗Read more from illuminem Voice, Leon Stille, managing director of New Energy Institute, on how biomethane could reshape Europe’s energy future: https://lnkd.in/eUH8393n What’s your take on Denmark’s approach to biomethane? Share your thoughts below! ⬇ #biomethane #renewableenergy #energytransition #Denmark #sustainabledevelopment #energypolicy

The Iberian Green Industrial Opportunity: Biomethane Spain has the potential to reach a 20-terawatt-hour annual production of biomethane by 2030, to help boost its decarbonization. The European Union (EU) has set ambitious decarbonization goals for all member states: at least a 55 percent greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction target by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, and at least a 42.5 percent—although aiming for 45 percent—share of renewable energy consumption based on the Renewable Energy Directive III (RED III). To achieve these targets, major changes are required in Spain’s energy consumption. Alongside other levers such as renewable energy, electrification, and hydrogen, a crucial step would be shifting from fossil fuels by embracing renewable molecules across different sectors (see sidebar “What are renewable molecules?”). Industry transport and other hard-to-abate sectors are the most critical as we estimate that in 2022 they contributed approximately 50 percent of GHG emissions and 20 percent of Spain’s gross value-added. https://lnkd.in/dYeBcJqz #biomethane #decarbonization #naturalgas

Acelen is actively participating in the national and inter-American energy transition agenda. On the 14th, Acelen Renewables' CEO, Luiz de Mendonça, participated in the forum “A Project for Brazil,” part of the debate series Diálogos Capitais by Carta Capital magazine, focused on discussing national and South American integration and the pathways for a just and inclusive energy transition. At the event, we highlighted the international challenge of sourcing raw materials for the energy transition process, which places Brazil in a privileged position. “Producing sustainable aviation fuel is easy, but finding raw materials is difficult. That’s where Brazil comes in—nobody else has what we have,” the CEO noted while discussing the cultivation of macaúba, a native fruit-bearing tree with great potential in renewable fuel production. #GreenHouseEmissions #CarbonIntensity #EnergyTransition #AcelenRenewables

📌 On November 11th, the #EU celebrated its #BioenergyDay! From this day on, the EU could meet its energy needs until the end of the year with #bioenergy alone. 👏 Bioenergy supports #localjobs across the EU and supplies 82% of Europe’s renewable heating. 🌱 Boosting local economies and creating #jobs especially in rural areas, bioenergy strengthens Europe’s #energyresilience. 🔎 With 74% of bioenergy tech suppliers based in the EU, Europe leads in green energy solutions. Discover how bioenergy powers Europe’s path to a sustainable future! https://lnkd.in/dNHr6qfr

We benchmarked 29 countries across Europe on their progress toward sustainability. Denmark tops this year’s rankings largely due to advancements in renewable energy, hydrogen projects, and carbon capture and storage (CCS). Explore how other countries ranked here > https://owy.mn/3OKKpTC #ClimateAction #Sustainability

We benchmarked 29 countries across Europe on their progress toward sustainability. Denmark tops this year’s rankings largely due to advancements in renewable energy, hydrogen projects, and carbon capture and storage (CCS). Explore how other countries ranked here > https://owy.mn/3OKKpTC #ClimateAction #Sustainability

We benchmarked 29 countries across Europe on their progress toward sustainability. Denmark tops this year’s rankings largely due to advancements in renewable energy, hydrogen projects, and carbon capture and storage (CCS). Explore how other countries ranked here > https://owy.mn/3OKKpTC #ClimateAction #Sustainability

We benchmarked 29 countries across Europe on their progress toward sustainability. Denmark tops this year’s rankings largely due to advancements in renewable energy, hydrogen projects, and carbon capture and storage (CCS). Explore how other countries ranked here > https://owy.mn/3OKKpTC #ClimateAction #Sustainability

#greenenergy #viralpost Green energy refers to renewable energy sources that are environmentally friendly and sustainable, unlike fossil fuels which contribute to climate change and pollution. Examples of green energy sources include: 1. Solar energy 2. Wind energy 3. Hydro energy 4. Geothermal energy 5. Biomass energy 6. Hydrogen energy Green energy is important because it: 1. Reduces greenhouse gas emissions and mitigates climate change 2. Conserves natural resources 3. Decreases air and water pollution 4. Promotes energy independence 5. Creates jobs and stimulates local economies The benefits of green energy include: 1. Sustainability 2. Reduced energy costs 3. Improved public health 4. Enhanced energy security 5. Support for economic growth and development Let me know if you'd like to discuss green energy further or have specific questions!

Empowering businesses towards net zero at EUAA conference: Cutting through complexity, simplifying renewable energy access for commercial and industrial customers. SmartestEnergy Australia were thrilled to sponsor the Energy Users Association of Australia (EUAA) member lunch last week, where our Head of Sales, Angela Riley, highlighted our commitment to helping commercial and industrial businesses achieve net zero. At the EUAA National Conference 2024 SmartestEnergy: ✔ Engaged with energy leaders, government officials, and key industry stakeholders, fostering invaluable discussions on pressing issues. ✔ Addressed prevalent uncertainty in the energy transition landscape, tackling challenges stemming from market interventions, rising cost and infrastructure delivery timing. ✔ Demonstrated our commitment to simplifying access to renewable energy, supporting commercial and industrial customers on their path to net zero by providing clarity amidst complexity. ✔ Delved into energy transition challenges and future trends, covering topics such as biofuels, market updates, and the imperative for infrastructure projects to earn social trust and deliver community value. ✔ Gained insights from Federal Minister Chris Bowen MP on government energy policies and the evolving role of gas in the transition. Thank you, Energy Users Association of Australia, for organising this impactful event. Together, let's empower a renewable future. 👉 Wondering how SmartestEnergy Australia can help you achieve net zero? Download our Australian company resources for insights and expert guidance now: https://lnkd.in/gz5Wcp3F #SmartestEnergyAustralia #RenewableEnergy #NetZero #EUAA #Sustainability