Today, large commercial and industrial energy supplier Flogas Enterprise with Gas Networks Ireland turn the sod on Flogas Enterprise’s Bio-CNG refuelling station at St Margarets in North County Dublin.

The 2,900 square metre station will open in April 2024 and will be the Republic of Ireland’s first dedicated Bio-CNG station supporting Irish business to decarbonise their commercial transport fleets with clean and sustainable Bio-CNG fuel. This will be an unmanned public station operated by Certa (Certa is sister company to Flogas Enterprise within the DCC plc group).

The renewable fuel for the new station will be predominately sourced from a new anaerobic digestion (AD) plant in Co. Cork and injected into the gas network. It will then be supplied to the station through the Renewable Gas Certification scheme which tracks the allocation of the biomethane from the point of injection into the grid to the point of withdrawal at individual refueling stations. This dedicated 100% Bio-CNG station is another renewable market “first” for Flogas Enterprise (part of DCC plc) having already been the first energy supplier in Ireland to supply biomethane through the gas network to companies like Tesco and Diageo in 2020.

Barry Murphy, Energy Services and Renewables Director at Flogas Ireland said: “Bio-CNG is a greener, commercially viable, and more efficient alternative to traditional fossil fuels for commercial trucks and fleets. We developed a simple approach to energy sustainability called Carbon Kaizen that supports customers with their sustainability targets. With two decades of experience, we’ve powered Ireland’s industrial and commercial customers with renewable solutions and the next step for us is supplying sustainable fuel for our customers’ fleets. For the past number of years, we have supplied Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to customers, and more recently, Bio-CNG to forecourts. 

We are delighted to open our own dedicated Bio-CNG station, supporting large companies to in further reducing their carbon emissions, and we look forward to opening more Bio-CNG stations in the future.”

He added; “Diesel powered HGVs produce up to 20% of Ireland’s road transport emissions but only account for 3% of vehicles on our roads. If more large enterprises make the switch to Bio-CNG, we can significantly reduce emissions in the HGV sector in Ireland”.

Gas Networks Ireland Biomethane Strategy

The new Flogas Enterprise Bio-CNG refuelling station is supported by Gas Networks Ireland’s Causeway project, which has to date delivered a network of high capacity fast-fill CNG stations nationwide, developed a renewable gas injection facility, deployed a fleet of CNG vehicles and made a CNG vehicle fund available to businesses in Ireland.

Gas Networks Ireland’s National Customer Acquisition Manager, Fran McFadden said: “To date, the Causeway project has supported the development of a renewable gas injection facility in Nurney, Co Kildare, the deployment of a fleet of CNG vehicles and the rollout of four public CNG stations at Circle K Dublin Port, Circle K Cashel in Co Tipperary, Circle K Ballysimon Road in Limerick and Circle K Clonshaugh in Co. Dublin, all supplied by Flogas Enterprise. 

Bio-CNG is a much cleaner fuel than CNG and traditional transport fuels and, as such, this new dedicated refuelling station will play a significant role in reducing carbon emissions from the transport sector. 

This is the first refuelling station solely dedicated to Bio-CNG fuel, and we hope it will be the first of many.”

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The County Meath based distillery located on the historic grounds of Slane Castle, which is part of Brown Forman, have signed a CPPA which allows the company to purchase renewable electricity directly from the Cronalaght windfarm in Co. Donegal. This purchase will meet 60% of Slane Irish Whiskey’s energy demand through wind energy.

This initiative directly supports the distillery’s target of procuring 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. It is one of many sustainability initiatives the distillery has implemented; Solar Energy generated on site, a rainwater catchment system, heat recovery systems built into the production process, and a forestry restoration project, among other initiatives.

A Corporate Power Purchase Agreement, or CPPA, is a contract whereby a company procures renewable electricity through a direct agreement with a renewable electricity developer.

Slane Irish Whiskey and its distillery have sustainability goals as a high priority on their agenda and is already a certified member of Ireland’s Origin Green programme.

John O’Reilly, Financial Analyst at Slane Irish Whiskey, said: “Slane Irish Whiskey believes that protecting our land is the only way we can protect our business. This new Corporate Power Purchase Agreement with Flogas Enterprise will support our commitment to using energy that is sustainable and renewable, and this is another step in meeting our sustainability goals”.

Karl Phelan, Account Manager at Flogas Enterprise, said: “We are delighted to support another business to achieving their sustainable energy goals. Through the CPPA structure, we can easily connect our corporate energy customers to renewable energy generators. We are very excited to work with Slane Irish Whiskey and help them on their journey to become as carbon neutral as possible.”

The contract between Slane Irish Whiskey and Flogas Enterprise was signed as part of the new multi-buyer CPPA model. This model identifies buyers and sellers and brings all parties together to develop a CPPA structure that works for all. The customers are brought together by Flogas Enterprise, which allows them to partner with a wind farm which they otherwise could not have partnered with, due to scale.

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The five star Merrion Hotel in Dublin has signed a new 21-month Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA) with energy supplier Flogas Enterprise (the division of Flogas that works with industrial and commercial customers and renewable energy producers). This new CPPA will ensure that one of Ireland’s most prestigious hotels, The Merrion in Dublin, is powered by 100% renewable electricity harnessed from wind energy.

The Merrion is the first hotel in Ireland to sign a CPPA, which will allow the company to purchase renewable electricity directly from one of Ireland’s first ever wind farms, Cronalaght Wind Farm in Gweedore, Co. Donegal, opened in 1997.

This CPPA will meet 60% of The Merrion Hotel’s annual electricity requirements and support its sustainability ambitions to reduce its carbon emissions by 530 tonnes of CO2.

A Corporate Power Purchase Agreement, or CPPA, is an agreement whereby a company purchases electricity directly from a wind farm or solar farm. Demand for renewable CPPAs is growing exponentially in Ireland as companies are looking to reduce their carbon footprint, seek budget certainty in a volatile energy market and avoid greenwashing claims.

“This new Corporate Power Purchase Agreement with Flogas Enterprise is reflective of the Merrion Hotel’s ever-increasing focus on sustainability,” said Gerard Mountaine, Facilities Manager at the Merrion Hotel, Dublin.

“From the energy used to power our hotel building, to the food served in our restaurants, renewable electricity is a vital pillar in the Merrion’s sustainable journey and this new CPPA marks a significant milestone. By working with Flogas Enterprise, we’ll be making positive changes to become more energy efficient, reduce our energy bills and ensure the electricity supplied to The Merrion is certified as 100% renewable. The guarantees of origin realised from the agreement will also be utilised to support our Scope 2 emissions reporting,” he added.

“We’re energy matchmakers for large businesses who want to transition to more sustainable energy,” said Lauren Stewart, Customer Relationship Manager at Flogas Enterprise.

For over 20 years, we’ve a proven track record in bringing “firsts” of innovative and sustainable energy related products to the market. We were the first energy supplier in the market doing Corporate Power Purchase Agreements for 100% renewable electricity. Hundreds of large enterprises across Ireland have trusted us to assess their energy needs and find the right renewable project for them. Our mission is to one day power all large enterprises in Ireland with 100% sustainable energy. We look forward and are excited to work with the Merrion Hotel and help it achieve its sustainability targets,” she added.

The Government’s Climate Action Plan has set a target that 15% of electricity consumption should come from renewable electricity contracted under corporate power purchase agreements by 2030.

Part of DCC plc, Flogas Enterprise is a leading supplier in the market, bringing CPPA options to businesses and can offer expert advice and help to large organisations who want to make the switch. This is the latest example of a DCC business leading their customers to net zero with renewable energy.

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BioCNG for Heavy Goods Vehicles

Flogas Enterprise and Circle K have joined forces to offer carbon neutral fuel called BioCNG at its public stations for the first time in Ireland to businesses using heavy goods vehicles. The first fuelling stations to offer this renewable fuel are in Limerick, Cashel, Clonshaugh and Dublin Port. The move is another step forward in reducing emissions from Ireland’s transport industry – one of the most difficult industries to decarbonise.

It comes after Flogas Enterprise signed a contract with Circle K to supply biomethane which can be compressed into a renewable fuel known as BioCNG at its fuelling stations across Ireland. BioCNG is currently available in Ballysimon Road, Limerick, Cashel Co. Tipperary, and Clonshaugh and Dublin Port in county Dublin.

Decarbonising Ireland’s transport industry

The move is another step forward in reducing emissions from Ireland’s transport industry – one of the most difficult industries to decarbonise.

“Ireland’s commercial transport fleet makes up just 3% of vehicles on the road nationwide yet is responsible for approximately a fifth of transport’s carbon emissions.  Heavy Goods Vehicles or HGVs operating on 100% BioCNG can achieve significantly less carbon emissions,” said Barry Murphy, Commercial Director of Flogas Enterprise.

“At Flogas Enterprise, we are fully committed to supporting large enterprises, on their journey to sustainability. Our contract with Circle K comes at a time where we are observing an ever-increasing number of commercial fleets converting to CNG and BioCNG on a global scale. While electricity is a proven alternate fuel for cars, electric solutions are currently not a viable option in heavy goods vehicles, however CNG and BioCNG are, and are now being used by businesses throughout Europe. We are excited to work with Circle K to support the decarbonisation of the transport network in Ireland, by offering this carbon neutral fuel to fleet operators in Ireland,” he added.

“We estimate that since BioCNG has been available at the four Circle K outlets, almost 4,000 tonnes of carbon emissions, have been saved, that’s equivalent to over 40,000 carbon neutral kilometres,” said Brian Connolly, Senior Fuels Manager, Circle K Ireland.

 “Working with Flogas Enterprise, we began making a low carbon fuel alternative for commercial vehicles available with the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) in 2022. While CNG can reduce a HGV’s emissions by up to 22%, BioCNG can reduce a HGV’s emissions by almost 100%,” he added.  

Circle K is the first public company to offer biomethane/BioCNG to the public at their stations. The biomethane is sourced at Green Gas Generation’s Anaerobic Digestion plant in Nurney, Co Kildare.

Flogas Enterprise (part of DCC plc) was the first supplier in Ireland to supply biomethane through the gas network to companies like Tesco and Diageo and are now delighted to bring this renewable biomethane (BioCNG) to the transport sector in Ireland.

What is BioCNG (Bio Compressed Natural Gas)?

Structurally identical to natural gas, biomethane is a carbon neutral renewable gas that can be made from farm and food waste through a process known as anaerobic digestion. An anaerobic digestion machine converts agricultural waste into energy, helping reduce carbon emissions from agricultural waste. Farmers, for example, take manure from the farm, and put it into the machine’s tank; micro-organisms digest it and produce biogas which is used to generate electricity and heat. The resulting purified methane is then compressed and used as a transportation fuel. This is known as BioCNG.

BioCNG is almost an 100% clean fuel made from waste and is, therefore, a sustainable alternative for fossil natural gas. Driving on BioCNG is not only beneficial for reducing CO2 emissions, but it can also save you on your fuel costs. CNG stands for Compressed Natural Gas, it is a natural gas compressed down to less than 1% of its volume.

Ireland’s 2022 Climate Action Plan has a target of 5.7TWh/yr of biomethane on the national gas network by 2030 which equates to approximately 10% of demand.

Find out more about Flogas Enterprise BioCNG for Heavy Goods Vehicles here.

This story was also covered by RTE, and Checkout Magazine:

BioCNG fuel now available to Heavy Goods Vehicle users, RTE

Circle K Installs Carbon Neutral Fuel Across Select Forecourts, Checkout Magazine

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The first multi-buyer Corporate Power Purchase Agreement in Ireland

• This CPPA will meet 50% of Medtronic’s electric annual requirements for our Ireland sites
• The renewable electricity is to be sourced locally from a Windfarm situated just 30 minutes from Medtronic
• This deal addresses the operational carbon scope 2 emissions of Medtronic’s electricity consumption with an identifiable wind farm and is a vital part of Medtronic’s published decarbonisation roadmap²

The new CPPA was completed with Shane Cannon and his energy management team at Medtronic along with the support of Medtronic’s energy management consultant, NUS Consulting Group. It will meet 50% of Medtronic’s annual electricity requirement for its Ireland sites and support its sustainability ambitions. The renewable electricity will be sourced locally from a Windfarm just 30 minutes from Medtronic. Guarantees of Origin (GoOs) realised from the arrangement will be retired in Medtronic’s name to support its scope 2 emissions reporting.

Demand for renewable CPPAs will grow rapidly in Ireland over the next few years as companies look to reduce their carbon footprint and seek budget certainty given the last 12 months of extremely volatile energy prices. CPPAs are typically signed over long periods, guaranteeing both the renewable generator and corporate consumers a fixed electricity price and hedging against market risks. Flogas Enterprise identified the buyers and sellers and brought all parties together to develop a CPPA structure that works for all. The customers were bundled by Flogas Enterprise, meaning they could partner with a wind farm they otherwise could not have partnered with due to scale.

Sam Osborne of Flogas Enterprise spoke of the announcement: “At Flogas Enterprise, we are strategically focused on bringing our customers to the market as buyers of renewable power. We have over 10 years of experience in the Irish renewables market, which means we can identify and deliver relevant renewable opportunities for our customers that will best suit their sustainable requirements.  We are pleased to announce this new CPPA with Medtronic and look forward to working in tandem with them and supporting them on their sustainability journey”.

Anita Tuch, Vice President, Facilities, Risk and Environmental Health and Safety at Medtronic, said: “We look forward to working with Flogas Enterprise. Renewable electricity is a vital pillar in our commitment to sustainability, and this momentous occasion marks a significant milestone. The guarantees of origin realised from the arrangement will also be utilised to support our Scope 2 emissions reporting”.

Sarah Turner, Senior Project Manager at NUS Consulting Group, said: “Extreme price volatility in European markets has led many organisations to consider alternative purchasing options, including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements that offer price stability while supporting corporate sustainability initiatives. NUS Consulting Group is pleased to support Medtronic on this initiative and is developing similar opportunities for clients elsewhere in Europe and around the globe”.

James Temple, Renewables Manager at Flogas Enterprise, said: “We are delighted to support our valued customers by providing them access to the renewable market as a buyer of renewable power. We have defined a CPPA structure that seamlessly connects our corporate energy customers and renewable energy off-take business.  There are several options for corporates to secure a CPPA; this CPPA with Medtronic is a Physical Sleeved CPPA.  CPPAs provide green energy to our customers while diversifying renewable developers’ route to market options.”

Flogas Enterprise is a leading supplier in the market bringing CPPA options to customers and can offer expert advice and help to businesses who want to make the switch. To speak with one of their expert advisors, call 01 884 9400 or email ppa@flogasenterprise.ie.

Featured in the Irish Examiner.

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Britvic is the first soft drinks brand in Ireland to sign a CPPA which will allow the company to purchase renewable electricity directly from the Sonnagh Old Wind Farm in Moneylea Co. Galway, producing enough electricity on an annual basis to power their production facility in Newcastle West Co. Limerick and 75% of the company’s total electricity requirements. Newcastle West is the home of Ballygowan Natural Mineral Water,  and has the highest level of renewable energy use by any Britvic factory worldwide.

A Corporate Power Purchase Agreement, or CPPA, is a situation whereby a company purchases  electricity directly from a wind farm or solar farm. Demand for renewable CPPAs is growing exponentially in Ireland as companies are looking to reduce their carbon footprint, seek budget certainty in a volatile energy market and avoid greenwashing claims.

The CPPA builds on the achievement of 72% reduction in direct emissions for Britvic Ireland and is reflective of an ever-increasing focus on sustainability at Britvic Ireland across operations and at executive level. Britvic Ireland has recently appointed Sian Young as Director of Sustainable Business on the Irish Executive Team, and Orlagh Geraghty as Head of Planet, putting Sustainability at the heart of decision making.

Sian Young, Director of Sustainable Business at Britvic Ireland said: “Ballygowan, Ireland’s iconic water brand, has a long history of harnessing the best of Ireland’s natural resources to deliver sustainable, locally produced, Irish natural mineral water. This new Corporate Power Purchase Agreement with Flogas Enterprise, valued at €2.5 million, will produce renewable electricity for our production facility in Newcastle West and is a significant investment in our long-term strategy to ensure 100% sustainability across Britvic Ireland’s business operations.”

Charlie Bornemann of Flogas Enterprise spoke of the announcement, saying: “At Flogas Enterprise, one of our top priorities is to support businesses on their paths to sustainability. We have a proven track record of delivering great value and high quality energy solutions which help organisations become more environmentally conscious, and we are very excited to work with Britvic Ireland and support them cut their energy carbon emissions through this CPPA”.

Part of DCC plc, Flogas Enterprise is the division of the Flogas group that works with industrial and commercial customers and renewable production facilities and is a leading electricity supplier in the Irish market bringing CPPA options to customers. This is the latest example of a DCC business leading their customers to net zero with renewable energy.

Britvic Ireland is a leading soft drinks company, and their portfolio includes iconic Irish brands like Ballygowan, MiWadi, Pepsi, Club and TK.

Covered by Business Plus Magazine

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The trucks were fuelled by compressed renewable gas also known as Bio Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). This is 100% green gas and totally carbon free. CNG is a clear, odourless, non-corrosive gas that can be used as a cheaper, cleaner and more efficient alternative to the traditional fuels used in vehicles. The gas is compressed so sufficient fuel can be stored within the vehicle to extend the driving range. 

Flogas Enterprise has extensive expertise in CNG fuel. Flogas Enterprise became the first energy provider to fuel CNG to a recycling company in Ireland five years ago. Our fuelling stations across Europe have been supplying hauliers with CNG, energy for over a decade

Flogas Enterprise ’s Commercial Director Barry Murphy said CNG provides huge cost savings for hauliers and is better for the environment.

“Approximately 20% of Ireland’s total CO2 emissions comes from transport – be it cars, vans, buses or heavy goods vehicles. Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is a great solution to reducing CO2 emissions. If even a quarter of all buses and heavy goods vehicles on Irish roads switched from diesel to CNG, there is potential to eliminate 676,000 tonnes of CO2 using renewable gas. This is the equivalent to removing 360,000 diesel cars from our roads.

“CNG is the future. Most European cities have implemented CNG buses. Germany alone has 850 public CNG fuelling stations and Flogas Enterprise has been supplying this fuel to commercial fleets in Spain for over a decade. Companies in Ireland are just beginning to buy into the benefits of this new technology – with companies like Virginia International Logistics, leading the way. Flogas Enterprise became the first energy provider to supply CNG to an Irish company five years ago. There’s a huge opportunity for the Irish Government to look at how we can use our own indigenous gas to make a major impact on reducing our carbon emissions. But the roll out of a network of public CNG fuelling stations will be key, to meeting the demand for transport companies,” he added.

The Government’s Climate Action Plan commits to setting of a target by the end of this year for renewable gas on the network by 2030. As part of this plan CNG stations will be developed across Ireland. The first public CNG fuelling station in Circle K Dublin Port opened earlier this year. Flogas Enterprise welcomes this move and would encourage more hauliers across Ireland to consider using CNG fuel. 

Flogas Enterprise can offer expert advice and help to businesses who want to make the switch. To speak with one of our expert advisors, call 01 884 9400 or email barry.murphy@flogasenterprise.ie. 

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16^th November 2022:

Wavin Ireland has announced that they have signed a CPPA (Corporate Power Purchase Agreement) with Flogas Enterprise (the division of the Flogas group that supplies energy to large industrial and commercial customers). Flogas is part of DCC plc, the leading international sales, marketing, and support services group. This is the latest example of a DCC business leading their customers to net zero with renewable energy.

This is the first supplier led renewable energy CPPA in Ireland.  A CPPA is a long-term  contract under which a business agrees to purchase electricity directly from a renewable  energy generator.  Electricity generated by wind farms will be used on-site at Wavin Ireland’s site as a key part of progressing their sustainability journey.

Demand for renewable CPPAs is set to grow rapidly in Ireland over the next few years as companies look to reduce their carbon footprint and seek budget certainty given the last 12 months of extremely volatile energy prices. CPPAs are typically signed over long periods, guaranteeing both our partner – the renewable generator – and corporate consumers a fixed electricity price and hedging against market risks.

At Flogas Enterprise we have developed a simple approach to sustainability, called Carbon Kaizen; it supports our customers to take simple and continuous steps to becoming more sustainable.   A CPPA is one of our Carbon Kaizen steps.

Sam Osborne, Business Development of Flogas Enterprise spoke of the new agreement, saying: “The CPPA that we have signed with Wavin Ireland signals the beginning of a new era in renewable energy supply for large users. In the current environment, having the opportunity to become more environmentally conscious and gain budget certainty is invaluable for our customers.  We are delighted to be the first supplier in Ireland to sign a supplier led CPPA for our customer and we are working on many more.  We have defined a CPPA structure that brings our corporate energy customers and our renewable energy off-take business together seamlessly.  CPPAs provide green energy to our customers and new routes to market for our partners (the renewable developers).”

John Rowland, Operations Director at Wavin Ireland said: “We are functioning in a time when large energy users have limited hedging options. In a volatile energy market, having a fixed price for the supply of electricity through a CPPA is not only good for the environment, but it is also great for budgeting. This solution was hedged at a price that is reflective of   current market price level but delivers budget certainty and sustainability benefits.”

Flogas Enterprise is leading with energy as the first supplier led CPPA to a customer in Ireland.

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• Flogas Enterprise will supply Virginia International Logistics with 100% renewable gas to fuel their fleet
• Biomethane – a type of renewable gas – will be used in Virginia’s CNG trucks providing green transport for their supply chain
• Virginia International Logistics recently became the first haulier in Ireland to complete a zero-carbon Heavy Goods Vehicle delivery to Europe

Flogas Enterprise (the division of the Flogas group that supplies energy to large industrial and commercial customers) has today announced the extension of their deal with award winning Cavan based company Virginia International Logistics, supplying them with biomethane. Flogas is part of DCC plc, the leading international sales, marketing, and support services group. This is the latest example of a DCC business leading their customers to net zero with renewable energy.

This biomethane is used at Virginia International Logistics’ Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station to fuel their CNG trucks.  Biomethane, a renewable form of gas, is generated from the breaking down of organic matter such as food waste, animal slurry and energy crops. The fuel has significant potential to transform business and transport over the coming years. Renewable gas is a direct replacement for natural gas and can be used in CNG-powered vehicles. The biomethane for Virginia International Logistics is sourced from Green Generation in Nurney, Co Kildare.

This is one of Virginia International Logistics’ many steps on their journey to cut their carbon emissions and support their sustainability objectives, leading the way within the logistical sector in Ireland. The transport company also recently became the first haulier in Ireland to complete a zero carbon Heavy Goods Vehicle delivery to Europe, whilst fueled by renewable gas supplied by Flogas Enterprise.

Barry Murphy, Commercial Director of Flogas Enterprise said: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to continue to work with Virginia International Logistics. Virginia is a company who, like us, recognise the importance of sustainable fuel options. Approximately 20% of Ireland’s total CO2 emissions come from transport, so it’s brilliant to see such forward-thinking measures being implemented”.

Ray Cole, Managing Director of Virginia International Logistics said: “Virginia International Logistics is proud to work with Flogas Enterprise on an ongoing basis. Flogas Enterprise will support our ongoing journey to become more environmentally conscious by supplying the biomethane gas that fuels our fleet.  Corporate and social responsibility is becoming more and more important for large companies, their customers and investors, being able to offer a zero carbon transport solution is a strong differentiator for any business”.

The Government’s Climate Action Plan places heavy emphasis on the value of renewable gas. As part of this plan, CNG stations will be built across the nation. Flogas Enterprise welcomes this move and encourages more hauliers across Ireland to consider using CNG fuel.

Flogas Enterprise is leading with energy as the first company to offer renewable gas to businesses in Ireland via the gas network and continue to offer it to a number of our Customers.

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• Biomethane from Flogas Enterprise (formerly Naturgy Ireland) to provide basis to become carbon neutral by 2030
• Flogas recently acquired Naturgy Ireland and will now provide the renewable gas under Flogas Enterprise brand
• Flogas Enterprise point to huge potential and increasing demand for renewable gas in Ireland
• Increasing gas prices globally emphasise need for Ireland to have an indigenous supply

United Drug has made the switch to Renewable Gas (Biomethane) supplied by Flogas Enterprise as part of their efforts to become carbon Neutral by 2030. The biomethane sourced from Green Generation in Cush, Co Kildare, will increase incrementally in the coming years.

Speaking on behalf of Flogas Enterprise, Barry Murphy, Commercial Director said:

“This is an exciting development in the Irish market. Ireland has significant untapped potential in renewable gas. We have a long-term history of supplying natural gas to United Drug for over 12 years and this new contract will see 10% of their total gas requirements in the next year, supplied as renewable gas by us. We see a growing demand for this in Ireland and believe that it will play a crucial part both in powering Ireland’s future and in helping companies make the transition to renewable energy”

Renewable gas, also known as biomethane, is a clean, renewable and carbon-neutral fuel.  Its potential as a renewable fuel for transport, heat and electricity is well-recognised in the EU’s commitment to becoming a highly energy-efficient, low-carbon economy. Flogas Enterprise are proud to have been the first company to offer it to commercial customers in Ireland.

This Renewable gas is produced using a process called Anaerobic Digestion.  Food waste or other waste products are broken down using bacteria, creating both the renewable gas and a nutrient-rich fertilizer which can then be used on local farms, reducing their need for chemicals.

Paul Reilly, CEO of United Drug said:

“Our mission is to become carbon neutral by 2030 and this is an important step in cutting our carbon emissions. It will enable our business to become more sustainable and provide us with a long-term solution to our requirements. It also reflects our values and desire to do our part in the community to lead the way in responding to climate change. We are replacing our existing energy sources with sustainable, more environmentally friendly alternatives with the focus on sole use of electricity from renewable energy sources.”

The EU Commission has identified Ireland as being the country with the greatest potential for developing this clean energy per capita.

Flogas Enterprise points out that according to their data day-ahead gas prices have risen circa 350% in 2021 and this has put a focus on the strategic importance of developing indigenous gas supplies in Ireland.

Naturgy Ireland will now be rebranded as Flogas Enterprise after the successful acquisition by Flogas in December 2021. From now on, business customers and large energy users will be provided with renewable gas under the Flogas Enterprise brand. Naturgy Ireland has long been a leading supplier of renewable electricity, natural gas and energy services to large energy users across Ireland, Northern Ireland and the UK, having a share of almost 17% of the industrial and commercial natural gas market.

It also supplies natural gas, renewable electricity, compressed natural gas and more recently, a range of energy services that include Lighting-as-a-Service, Solar PV and corporate PPAs.

Flogas provides renewable electricity, natural gas and LPG energy solutions to over 30,000 commercial customers, primarily SMEs, across the island of Ireland and will now be in a position to expand the range of sustainable energy services offered as well as offering larger energy users a broader all- Ireland solution.

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