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Posted in June 2019

ADBA meets BEIS for post RHI closure

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ADBA has attended a round of meetings between BEIS and stakeholders over possible issues that might come in the period from the closure of RHI on 31st of March 2021 and when the last tariffs will be paid. One of the covered issues was the dual participation in RTFO…

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Tags: post-rhi, RHI, dual participation, biomethane, anaerobic digestion, biogas, alberto rocamora

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PRESS RELEASE - ADBA urges new government to keep the momentum on circular economy

Anaerobic Digestion trade association urges new government to keep the momentum on building a sustainable circular economy Anaerobic digestion (AD) can reduce UK GHG emissions by 5% and help the UK meet its net-zero obligations and Paris Agreement commitments. The global AD and biogas industry is only treating 2% of the organic…

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External Press Release: Eco2 looks towards anaerobic digestion with new appointment

Press Release: Eco2 looks towards anaerobic digestion with new appointment For immediate release Leading Welsh renewable energy company, Eco2 has confirmed its ambition to add anaerobic digestion (AD) to its wide-ranging development and asset management portfolio with the appointment of Robert Richards as Biomass Portfolio Manager focusing on AD. Robert…

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PRESS RELEASE - Defra responds to consistency in recycling collections in England consultation

Defra responds to consistency in recycling collections in England consultation ADBA welcomes Defra’s positive decisions on food waste collections for households and businesses ADBA recommendations taken on board Many respondents mention AD as a technology to improve food waste treatment The UK Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA)…

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Tags: press release, biogas, food waste operators, renewable financial incentives, financial incentives, biomethane, anaerobic digestion

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Government Responds to Resources & Waste Consultation

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The Government has published it’s response to the Resources & Waste Strategy Consultation, to which ADBA responded earlier this year. The response contains positive news for our industry, as Ministers have accepted many of our recommendations – with significant majorities of other respondents also in favour of strong…

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Where is AD going? An insight into the potential of AD applications and new technology

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Fascinating day at the BEIS funded BioGrid talks and lab tours at the University of South Wales.

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Tags: anaerobic digestion, biomethane, R&D

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Government to Consider Social Value in Public Procurement

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Government considering social value in public procurement The Government is considering the responses to a consultation that is considering adding an element of ‘social value’ into its public procurement and buying strategies. For example, companies would have to demonstrate that plans to tackle climate change, employment of local…

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Tags: anaerobic digestion, food waste operators, renewable financial incentives, food waste, consultation, financial incentives

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New Heat Networks Investment Project guidance

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New guidance is now available for Heat Networks Investment Project applications. HNIP Review process This document is for applicants who request a review of a decision taken by the HNIP Investment Committee. It sets out important information about the basis on which applications are considered and what to do if…

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Tags: anaerobic digestion, biogas, UK AD & Biogas, beis, heat network investment project, heat networks, rebecca thompson, biogas heat, biomethane

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PRESS RELEASE - UK Government must do more to meet net-zero emissions targets says CCC

PRESS RELEASE 12 July 2019 UK Government must do more to meet net-zero emissions targets says CCC – and integrate anaerobic digestion into its plans, says industry body. UK Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) responds to 2019 Progress Report from the UK Committee on Climate Change The UK AD industry can cut…

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The Rural Community Energy Fund has re-opened, and has moved Department

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The Rural Community Energy Fund (RCEF) is a £10 million programme which supports rural communities in England to develop renewable energy projects. Anaerobic Digestion has a huge potential to provide energy security to communities, with clean energy supplied by nature. AD projects can deliver significant economic and social benefits to…

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Tags: anaerobic digestion, Defra, beis, digestate, R&D, UK AD & Biogas, biomethane, biogas, renewable financial incentives, Rural Community Renewable Energy Fund, rural economy, agricultural, farm AD, farm income, Community AD, funding, funding opportunity, rebecca thompson, agriculture policy, net zero, NFU, community energy england, england, manure management, manure treatment

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Innovation funding for smart, local energy systems

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UK Research and Innovation has made £30 million of funding available as part of the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund’s Prospering from the Energy Revolution challenge, to support the development of communities-based clean energy systems. UK organisations can apply for up to £3 million in grant funding for projects…

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Tags: innovation, clean energy, Community AD, community energy, uk, anaerobic digestion, biogas, Bioenergy research, research and development, research and innovation, innovation fund, rebecca thompson, energy policy, smart energy systems, UK AD & Biogas, biomethane, food waste operators, Circular Economy, localised energy

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PRESS RELEASE - Biogas can fill important place in climate emergency agenda

Biogas can fill important place in climate emergency agenda Niclas Svenningsen, UN Climate Change, gave the keynote address at inaugural World Biogas Summit in Birmingham, UK on 3rd July 2019 He highlighted the role biogas can play in addressing climate change Biogas can help countries meet their Paris Agreement commitments as…

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Green Finance Strategy to boost investments in green energy

The Department for Business Energy and the Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has presented its Green Finance Strategy. This document aims to align the private sector with the UK's ambitious climate targets while contributing to the country’s financial sector services. This will be done through three axes: greening finance…

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Tags: anaerobic digestion, finance, green growth, Green investment Bank, investment, alberto rocamora

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Members Press Release - UK AD & World Biogas Expo is twice as nice for Gen-C

UK AD & World Biogas Expo is twice as nice for Gen-C   Gas engine support specialist Gen-C is celebrating after sealing TWO deals in two days at UK AD and World Biogas Expo (3-4 July, NEC Birmingham). Taking prime position in the centre of the exhibition hall, Gen-C&rsquo…

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ABDA Press Release - AD and biogas industry celebrates its 2019 champions

AD and biogas industry celebrates its 2019 champions • 2019 Awards winners revealed across 14 categories • Black-tie ceremony on 3rd July celebrates industry excellence in the UK and worldwide • Potential of biogas to address global challenges highlighted earlier in the day at World Biogas Summit. The crè…

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