October 13, 2026. EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen put energy security and independence at the heart of Europe’s energy transition, highlighting biomethane as a strategic European asset that can strengthen security while supporting climate action. Speaking at the European Biomethane Week 2026 plenary conference in Brussels, the Commissioner stressed the continued need for renewable molecules such as biogas and biomethane in the energy mix.
“There is nothing more relevant than security. Yes, we need to look at prices and at flexibility, but independence needs to be the priority. Second thing is that climate change is here, and we know we need to act fast and do way more. Renewables play a big part to transition away from polluting electrons, but we will still need molecules and biogas biomethane is a part of those solutions.” EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen.
Biomethane production capacity in Europe has now surpassed 8 bcm, supported by €36 billion in announced investments, while biogas and biomethane together supplied approximately 22 bcm of gaseous energy in 2024, equivalent to around 7% of European gas demand. Europe is home to more than 20,000 biogas plants and nearly 1,700 biomethane upgrading facilities.
Yet, as stressed by Piero Gattoni, President of the European Biogas Association, in his opening statement, the sector “needs a regulatory framework that turns biomethane potential into investment, production and industrial demand. First, we need sustainability rules that are robust, proportionate and workable. Second, we must strengthen Europe’s circular bioeconomy. Third, biomethane must be fully recognized in Europe’s energy security and industrial strategies. Fourth, we must create the market conditions to unlock industrial demand. Finally, technological neutrality must guide the decarbonisation of heavy-duty transport and shipping. We are not asking for special privileges. We are asking for a regulatory framework that enables European biomethane to deliver its full potential. Together, we can build an energy system that is cleaner, more secure, more competitive and genuinely made in Europe.”
