Biomethane injected into the Irish grid for the first time

Naturgy Ireland has commenced the supply of biomethane, which has been injected into the Irish gas grid for the first time by Green Generation and produced in an anaerobic digester at its pig farm in nearby Nurney.

The organisation, which is supplying the biomethane to companies including major beverage firm Diageo and Tesco Ireland, said that the introduction of biomethane into the gas network represented an “unprecedented opportunity” for businesses in Ireland.

“Naturgy Ireland has seen a huge growth in demand from businesses looking to transition away from fossil fuels.” said CEO Liam Faulkner.

“Many large natural gas users now