Uniper, Five Bioenergy sign biomethane supply deal bolstering Spanish biogas industry

German energy major Uniper and Spanish biofuel project developer Five Bioenergy have signed a seven-year biomethane purchase agreement from three of Spain’s largest biomethane plants. These biomethane projects are located in Murcia.

As per the official statement of Uniper, the gas deliveries are expected to start at the beginning of 2027.

This agreement places Uniper in a strong position to complement the growing share of renewables with low-carbon energy sources and to accelerate the decarbonization of both road and maritime sectors. It is a significant milestone in the ongoing commitment to delivering reliable, sustainable energy to customers across Europe. To support the import of renewable and low-carbon gases, Uniper is expanding its portfolio accordingly. Next to hydrogen and its derivates biomethane plays a crucial role in achieving a sustainable energy mix.

“We are very proud to partner with the leading Spanish biomethane developer Five Bioenergy. The supply agreement underscores our ambition to expand and diversify our low-carbon energy portfolio. By sourcing high-quality biomethane, we are not only strengthening our supply sources but also advancing the decarbonization of our operations. We look forward to a productive and innovative partnership with Five Bioenergy, and to realizing new low-carbon opportunities together that will help to create a cleaner and more resilient energy future,” said Carsten Poppinga, CCO, Uniper.

The agreement with Uniper represents a major milestone for Five Bioenergy, solidifying its role as a leading developer of large-scale biomethane projects in Europe. This long-term partnership underscores Five Bioenergy’s commitment to advancing innovative, sustainable energy solutions.

Ivan Copin, CIO at Five Bioenergy, held, “This collaboration with Uniper validates our strategy of merging cutting-edge technology with industrial-scale production. It secures a stable market for our biomethane while reinforcing our vision of a decarbonized Europe powered by renewable energy. Far more than a commercial deal, this partnership is a decisive catalyst for accelerating the energy transition and advancing a circular economy.”

Spain Biomethane market

Spain has set an ambitious goal of producing 20 TWh of biomethane or bigoas by 2030, supported by government funding initiatives like the €150 million from NextGenerationEU.  The country has substantial potential for biogas production from agricultural and livestock waste. As per a research,  Spain has substantial potential for biogas production from agricultural and livestock waste.