EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing sees biomethane as strategic EU asset
In Belgium, 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.
Today, the sector’s growth remains well below its available potential. A recent technical assessment indicates that Europe could produce 35 bcm of biomethane annually by 2030, making it one of the most immediate and scalable domestic solutions available to reduce dependence on imported fossil gas while supporting the continent’s climate and industrial objectives. The challenge is now the speed of deployment. Faster permitting procedures, stronger demand signals, a stable investment framework and a more integrated European market will be essential to unlock this potential.
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