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The Commission for Regulation of Utilities in Ireland has approved reverse compression of biomethane into the national gas grid, providing certainty for developers. This interim measure will facilitate the integration of rurally-produced gas while a long-term framework is established.

The strategy includes direct injection and collection methods, addressing supply and demand issues in low-pressure networks. Gas Networks Ireland projects that this approach could allow for up to 437 GWh of biomethane production by 2030.

A cost of €370,000 will be required for investment in reverse compression, which is approximately 10% of installation costs. Applications will be assessed on a first-come, first-served basis.