Carbon AMS CEO suggests Kerry farmers could boost Ireland's biomethane production
What happened
Richard Kennedy, CEO of Carbon AMS, stated that farmers in Kerry could help Ireland reduce its dependence on imported natural gas. This comment followed a warning from the Climate Change Advisory Council that the government needs to accelerate the National Biomethane Strategy. Kennedy noted that biomethane, which is produced from organic materials like animal manure and food scraps, is considered carbon neutral.
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Why it matters
Kennedy argues that indigenous biomethane production could strengthen Ireland's energy security and diversify farm incomes. He noted that while countries across Europe are scaling this production, Ireland is currently not.
David Kelly, whose company is based in Ireland, commented on the current momentum regarding biomethane.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- IrelandSpeculative
The successful scaling of indigenous biomethane production could reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.
- Richard KennedySpeculative
The successful scaling of the biomethane plant might validate his company's business model and market niche, affecting revenue.