Biogas / Biomethane Certificates

Companies can document the consumption of biomethane with Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs) issued through different certification schemes.   

Each MWh of biomethane injected into the grid is labelled electronically. This unique identifier contains information about where, when and how it was produced. Certificates guarantee that renewability claims are authentic and avoid the double counting of environmental attributes.   

Biomethane certificates in Europe  

In the EU, biomethane is included in the Guarantees of Origin (GOs) framework. There are currently different schemes for certification. GOs issued in the UK, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, and Austria can be transferred across borders. Other national registries for consumption in specific countries also exist.  

Biomethane certificates in the United States  

In the US, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resource Board (CARB) are working to forward the use of certificates of gaseous energy carriers.

Ecohz simplifies how companies procure clean energy and provide them with the best energy mix according to their needs.  

1. Based on your location and volume of consumption, we discuss how we can help you reach your renewable energy ambitions. 
2. You receive an offer with a specific rate and expiry date. Upon acceptance, we secure the quoted price. 
3. Once the offer has been accepted, we deliver a standardised contract. 
4. We provide you with an invoice and documentation for reporting.

Biomethane certificates allow consumers to make 100% renewable gas claims and report reduced Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. 

Beyond substituting fossil fuels and avoiding greenhouse gas contributions, renewable gas can add an element of circularity to sustainability strategies by transforming waste into energy. Purchasing biomethane certificates further incentivises the renewable energy industry, making it more competitive and accelerating the transition.

Ecohz also provides biogas certificates with the EKOenergy ecolabel, which ensures volumes are produced from sustainable feedstocks and contribute to combating energy poverty. 

Multiple factors determine the price of biomethane, mainly related to the country and the origin of the product. The type of feedstock is especially relevant, as biogas obtained from waste, associated with higher environmental benefits, is often priced higher than that obtained from crops.   

Changes in regulation, geopolitical events, and other variables can also influence the price of renewable fuels and the associated EACs. Ecohz constantly monitors market developments to provide the best up-to-date pricing.  

Similar to Power Purchase Agreements (PPA), BPAs can help companies source renewable gas at stable prices in the long term, hedging consumers against market fluctuations while enabling them to reduce emissions. At the same time, such offtake agreements provide guaranteed cash-flows to producers, allowing them to secure project financing.

BPAs also ensure the availability of biomethane over an extended period in geographies with limited supply. To learn more about BPAs, read our article here and watch our biomethane webinar here.

Whether you are a producer or an end consumer, Ecohz provides personalised advisory services such as market analysis, assessment of needs on a case-by-case basis, and ongoing support.

With more than 20 years of experience in the renewable energy market, we simplify how companies utilise a suite of sustainability solutions, tailoring them to their specific goals.  

Ecohz is cerfitifed by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC), which allows us to provide customers with ISCC EU-certified biomethane for voluntary and compliance purposes in Europe.

We are committed to providing organisations with the best decarbonisation tools available. To learn more about how your company can integrate renewable gas into your climate strategy, get in touch.