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title: "Newsletter: Why biomethane is the next step in decarbonisation"
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More and more companies are focusing on Scope 1. Explore the different ways to procure biomethane, the state of the European market, and how EU policies could bolster the uptake of renewables globally.

| View in browser Newsletter September 2025 Why biomethane is the next step in cutting emissions What is happening in the European biomethane market? The renewable gas sector continues to develop in Europe. According to the latest data, 2023 saw the largest yearly increase in biomethane production to date, while the number of production facilities kept growing. As more companies look for Scope 1 solutions, we explain the state of the market and where it is heading. Read more Related content How to buy biomethane to cut Scope 1 emissions Explore the different ways companies can source renewable gas to advance towards their climate targets. Read more Ecohz is now certified by the ISCC The certification enhances our ability to provide the most sustainable biomethane solutions in the market. Read more INSIGHTS How CBAM can be a tool for renewable energy expansion globally In a letter to the European Commission, we explain what is missing for the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) to fulfil its decarbonisation potential, and why it should rely on credible and robust energy tracking systems. Read more INIGHTS Easy VPPAs: Simpler contracts are making PPAs more accessible Entering a Power Purchase Agreement is not straightforward. Lengthy negotiations deter many from pursuing them; others simply lack the scale. Here is how LevelTen's LEAPTM and Easy VPPAs are making PPAs quicker, smoother, and suitable for a wider range of buyers.  Read more NEWS Ecohz chose EKOenergy for its own electricity consumption. Here's why Can we amplify the impact of renewables? We believe so. Read why Ecohz covers its own and its employees' electricity usage with EKOenergy, and how the ecolabel enhances the sustainability of clean energy and supports renewable projects in low-income countries. Read more Join us for a personal conversation with Peter Wallenberg Jr, Chair of the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, as we discuss the meaning of sustainability and how it has contributed to a lasting business tradition.  Sign up NEWS SBTi launches public consultation on its draft Power Sector Net-Zero Standard Through 3 November 2025, companies across the power sector can have their say on the Science Based Targets initiative's draft Standard and help ensure it provides clarity and credibility for all stakeholders. Take the survey MARKET UPDATES EACs Monthly: August 2025  I-REC Market Price Brazil Hydro, Brazil Solar/Wind and India Hydro/Wind/Solar all remained stable and experienced no price changes. GO Market Price Hydro vintage 2025 dropped by -12%, the same as Hydro vintage 2026. REC Market Price REC National Green-e 2025 experienced no changes. Meanwhile, REC Texas Wind 2025 fell by -5% MARKET UPDATES Ready-to-Transact PPA Projects Location: Sweden Technology: 3 projects — wind, solar and hybrid Minimum buyer offtake: 50 GWh/yr  Target commercial operation date: 2026 (flexible) Location: Poland Technology: Solar  Minimum buyer offtake: 30 GWh/year Target commercial operation date: Q4 2027  These projects are available now on the LevelTen Energy Marketplace through Ecohz. If you are interested in one of these projects or need help exploring other PPA opportunities, get in touch with our team.  Talk to an advisor Ecohz Tordenskioldsgate 8-10  Oslo Norway ecohz.com LinkedIn To receive our newsletter, click on the button below. Subscribe If you do not wish to receive e-mails from Ecohz, you can opt out here. |
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