The forum began with a presentation by Joan Batalla, who emphasized the need to leverage all possible tools to achieve Spain\u2019s decarbonisation goals by 2025. He highlighted the urgency of streamlining administrative procedures, simplifying regulatory frameworks, and equipping the sector with executive tools\u2014such as a specialized biogas training program for professionals.<\/p>\n
First Round Table \u2013 Renewable Gases as a Strategic Element<\/strong> Naturgy<\/strong> reiterated its immediate commitment to biomethane, acknowledging that hydrogen remains in a less mature phase. They also raised concerns regarding waste treatment\u2014currently, only 90% of input is utilized\u2014and called for clear regulations and well-defined targets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)<\/strong> expressed concern over the lack of clarity surrounding hydrogen transport and the delays in hydrogen pipeline projects. They also pointed out the regulatory challenges impacting biogas development.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Bioenergy<\/strong> highlighted the high production costs of hydrogen (approximately \u20ac6\/kg) and the lengthy development timelines\u2014six years, in their case, for a 35 MW plant. They called for greater demand and institutional support to improve the sector\u2019s profitability.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Second Round Table \u2013 Key Drivers for Biogas and Biomethane Development<\/strong> Third Round Table \u2013 The Potential of Renewable Hydrogen<\/strong> General Conclusion<\/strong> #CircleEnergy #GreenHydrogen #Biomethane #RenewableGases #EnergyTransition #Decarbonisation #SustainableEnergy #EnergyForum<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" On April 25, Circle Energy attended the III Forum “Green Hydrogen. Renewable Gases for the Energy Transition” as observers. The event took place at Espacio Bertelsmann in Madrid and focused…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[30],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1738","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-press"},"yoast_head":"\n
During this session, there was consensus that renewable gases are non-negotiable for meeting climate objectives. Participants called for realistic planning that appropriately sizes generation and storage capacity, enabling a transition from detailed engineering to actual execution based on real data.<\/p>\n\n
Speakers agreed on the need for a stable, clear, and agile regulatory framework that can effectively filter viable projects. The importance of injecting renewable gases into the national grid was emphasized to ensure their integration into the energy system. Technological solutions, such as biological upgrading\u2014which enables the transformation of CO\u2082 into biomethane\u2014were also well received.<\/p>\n
Discussions focused on the European Hydrogen Bank as a key instrument to reduce costs and accelerate industrialisation. Although challenges in transport and demand persist, some hydrogen plants are beginning to demonstrate economic viability. Companies like ALSA expressed interest in hydrogen applications within the mobility sector. The key message was clear: Spain cannot afford to miss the train of renewable hydrogen if it aims to position itself as a competitive player in the energy transition.<\/p>\n
The forum clearly demonstrated that although the technology and will are present, excessive regulation, high costs, and lack of infrastructure remain major barriers to sector development. At Circle Energy, we value these types of events as essential spaces for dialogue, collaboration, and the promotion of sustainable solutions that place Spain at the forefront of the energy transition.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/circle.energy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-300x225.jpg\")
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