France gaz renouvelables

The revision of RED Annex VI is a key opportunity to address existing gaps in the GHG calculation methodology for biomethane and biogas. It is also a good opportunity to bring some clarifications on several methodology aspects. This legislation is important for our sector, as it determines the eligibility of biomass fuels as renewables energy sources, and their carbon intensity.

The France gaz renouvelables (FGR) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the updated rules on the use of certain fertilising materials from livestock manure (RENURE). The Commission proposal to amend the Nitrates Directive (Council Directive 91/676/EEC) recognises the advancements in manure processing techniques, which have enabled the production of manure-derived fertilisers which are as environmentally…

French biomethane producers have been proactively and successfully traceable to their production under the Red II Directive last year. However, this accepted trend has no impact on the administrative time devoted to biomethane production activity, whereas 80 % of French installations are agricultural type installations, which therefore combine several activities.

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Attached is the contribution of France gaz renouvelables. Founded in 2018, France gaz renouvelables brings together AAMF, Biogaz Vallée®, Coénove, Chambres d'Agriculture France, FNSEA, Club Biogaz ATEE, FNCCR, France biométhane, GRDF, NaTran, Gaz et Territoires, LCA, Swen Capital Partners and Terega. Its aim is to promote the role of renewable gases in the French energy mix.