REA comments on Green Gas Levy consultation from BEIS

Frank Gordon, Head of Policy at the REA said:

“The REA welcomes today’s announcement about this key consultation, as the Green Gas Levy will be the funding mechanism that enables more biomethane plants to be built under the future Green Gas Support Scheme, and more biomethane to be injected into the gas grid.

“Decarbonising the UK’s extensive grid with biomethane – from AD and thermal gasification – is vital to achieving net zero, as well as to delivering wider benefits to farming, industry and the waste sectors.”

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Notes to editors

The full announcement is available here

The Green Gas Levy consultation closes on 2nd November.

BEIS is seeking views on:

  • the design of the Green Gas Levy
  • the budget control and financial management of the Green Gas Levy
  • an explanation of the anticipated impact on gas bills for domestic and non-domestic customers
  • the administration, compliance, and enforcement of the scheme
  • how payments will be made on the Green Gas Support Scheme ahead of the first Green Gas Levy collection
  • a future transition to a volumetric approach to the design of the Green Gas Levy

About the REA

The REA is the UK’s largest trade association for renewable energy and clean technologies with around 550 members operating across heat, transport, and power. The REA is a not-for-profit organisation that represents renewable energy and clean technology companies operating in over fourteen sectors, ranging from biogas and renewable fuels to solar and electric vehicle charging. Membership ranges from major multinationals to sole traders.