This renewable gases presented as one sustainable alternative The fight against fossil fuels and the war in Ukraine led to its strengthening. To reduce Spain’s dependence on foreign energy. Brussels launches the planREPower AB‘ to reduce the European Union’s dependence on Russian fossil fuels and climate crisis.
These and other issues related to renewable energy were discussed at the meeting organized by Spain NewspaperUnder the heading ‘Spain’s great potential in the renewable gas revolution’, attended by experts in this field from the Prensa Ibérica group in Madrid.
Alfredo ingelmomanager Nedgia Gas Advocacy and Communicationsexplained that there are different types of renewable gases. One of these biomethane or biogas Injected into the network “from organic waste, livestock, wastewater and organic parts of landfills”. “This is a circular economy process very good,” he added. Oscar Barrero partner Energy at PwC, “Great potential and great future opportunity offered by renewable gases for the circular economy and waste management”.
However, he warned: Spain suspended in this area for now, and at the moment, it is a part of the energy transition. supply security issue Produced by the Ukrainian war. On the contrary, Fernando ArlandisPerez CEO Decarbonization and Energy Transition of the Community of Madridwas optimistic and the sector was very advanced in terms of distribution and transportation, although it will still be done.
on his behalf Miracles Avedillo, assistant director Natural Gas of the National Markets and Competition Commission (CNMC)“The heating, the hot water, or the gas we use for cooking can have an effect,” he recalled. renewable component and another non-renewable component“, and “There are already countries in Europe where a very significant percentage of the gas that passes through their grid is renewable, so its production and final consumption have no carbon footprint and they do not emit differential CO2″.
biomethane
One of the star measures in the European plan’Reinforce the EU‘ is he development of the biomethane industry. Accordingly, PwC’s Energy partner,keys to the community project countries like”. Denmark or FranceHE pioneer in the field of biogas They’ve already crossed the 10% barrier and are already moving towards 20%”.Renewable gas plays a central role in energy provision in Spain; not a marginal energy”, stressed Alfredo Ingelmo.
Expert explains that companies are “looking for an energy”don’t let them lose their competitiveness Compared to other industries with cheaper energy sources,” families seek “reliable energy to which they can pay and at the same time contribute tackling climate changeLikewise, he stated that biomethane is a solution that allows to touch these three angles. without changing production systems and devices“.
Miracles Avedillo, Deputy Director of Natural Gas at the National Markets and Competition Commission (CNMC), ” biogas is a ‘win win win’ because everyone wins: distributor, re-evaluating their infrastructure; farm animals, who found a solution to get rid of waste and re-evaluate himself, and finally, autonomous community, finds a normative, physical and accessible solution to the problem of waste disposal”.
Fernando Arlandis said: “The use of renewable energies that are profitable serious usability issueHe reminded that “we still do not have a solution for the hours when there is no sun and wind”. some gases, such as biofuels and biomethane They allow us to have energy when we don’t have full sun or wind. “Ultimately, what biomethane has done is to put the agriculture sector – it has emptied Spain – in a difficult position. Waste Managementwhich is a problem today take advantage of existing infrastructure and not forcing customers to change their equipment at home. I think there are a number of factors that do this. a very good solution for all interested parties in the energy chain,” added CNMC’s deputy director of Natural Gas.
Arrangement
Alfredo Ingelmo believes in the “positive externalities” that this energy vector brings with it, and contributions to reduce emissions, in addition to their contributions meeting climate targets “in a very remarkable way.” “It solves the energy security problem and helps a just transition,” he concluded. in relation to Reasons why this industry has not reached its maximum potential in Spain, Óscar Barrero pointed out that “making an investment decision is complicated when there is no clear commitment.” Despite this, he believes that “positive changes are taking place” and that there will be more to come in the health field. biogas and biomethane. He said we are optimistic.
“Each country has its ownspecial arrangement of gas. we have infrastructure regulation system “This is not quite the same as the rest of Europe, even though we have a very guaranteed gas system,” he said. the importance of reconciling our gas system with biogas and find someone short term solution. And he “was in favor of carrying it. roadmaps and micro-editing because it is time to install such power plants and make them popular because no matter how much we lift the combi boiler, gas will always have a place”.
“I like to think about it in the next 20 years the gas will have a vacuum. You have some infrastructures there, they have a cost and I think it is necessary to use them,” he said.
difficulties
Gas Advocacy and Communications manager in Nedgia, “a hidden demand for green energy In the market. And instead of wondering why it wasn’t done, I’d wonder What must we do to make this really successful?At this point, he gave the example of our neighboring country, France, whose government encourages “links between production plants and factories”. gas distribution network they can get in somehow gas system“Every country has its own features and regulations, but you should look at the formulas; The good thing is that we know things are going well in countries where a stable framework has already been established.”
The Managing Director of the Community of Madrid, Decarbonization and Energy Transition, also noted for himself: one of the main challenges What our country has to face is “believing”. “Some institutions still don’t fully understand that gas is a necessary energy,” he was upset. And he warned that support is needed to understand that this is something else. reasonable way and very necessary for the energy transition, put the right goals and the right tools overcome it all administrative barriersat the same time economic and financial“We still need a lot culture transition“, added.
Avedillo said, “This is a great opportunity for circular economyHe stressed that “everything has to be done.” companies seeking investors“Those who want to devote their resources to this sector.
energy transition
Experts agree: The energy transition must be smooth and balanced.. “The energy transition must be fair and smart; This should not be a revolution. “I like to think we’re going to make a balanced transition,” said Madrid Community general manager for Decarbonization and Energy Transition. technologies are cheap and that the consumer does not have to change his equipment; We can’t pretend to change it, for example, the nine million boiler that was set up to install. aerothermia because not many people can afford it,” Arlandis said.
Alfredo Ingelmo puts Consumers at the center The idea of transition is that “customers can choose the one that best suits their characteristics and for that let’s not throw away or demonize any energy nor any infrastructure, let alone competitive and customers choose those who bring the best to them.decarbonization creates a space for everyone; “This is not a gas or electricity issue,” he said.
Milagros Avedillo, for his part, is a energy park “Do it without surprises, well thought out, without any uncompetitive income leaks, calmly and thinking about where to go. technologies and investments“. Moreover ” consumer engagement much more in energy decisions”.
” Leadership position assumed by Spain in terms of renewable energy right bet“, stresses Óscar Barrero, PwC’s Energy partner. “We have to be there and at the same time maintain our leadership position. in biomethane, as we do with other renewable resources”. “We still have a lot of work to do and we’re tapping into this potential. best momentBarrero concluded his speech.