The Hardanger Biogas project in Norway aims to produce liquefied biomethane from local waste, supporting sustainable energy solutions and advancing the country's climate targets.

Target Overview

The focus of this deal centers around the Hardanger Biogas plant, a greenfield bio-LNG facility located in Husnes Industriområde, on the western coast of Norway. The facility is designed to process approximately 120,000 tons of feedstock annually, which includes manure, fish processing waste, and food scraps, ultimately producing around 90 GWh of liquefied biomethane each year. This project embodies Norway's committed approach to biogas production, leveraging local waste for sustainable energy solutions.

Industry Overview in Norway

Norway, while primarily recognized for its abundant hydropower resources, is increasingly focusing on biogas as a significant contributor to its energy landscape. The country produces about 0.7 TWh of biogas annually, a figure that, albeit small by global standards, aligns with Norway's environmental strategies. Almost 90% of this produced biogas is upgraded to biomethane, predominantly utilized in public transportation, including buses and waste collection vehicles.

The Norwegian biogas sector is uniquely intertwined with the principles of the circular economy. Waste is turned into valuable energy resources as the country has strictly regulated organic waste disposal, prohibiting biodegradable waste