Developing a strategy for a commercially viable biogas operation
Commercial Advisory – Energy Transition
The Engagement:
Commercial advisory
Biogas Market Study
The Client:
Midstream infrastructure owner and operator
The Challenge:
Undertake a commercial assessment of a regional biogas market to inform and frame the potential investment opportunities for our client
Duration:
2 months
How Energex helped:
- Provided a high-level overview of the current and future market for biogas and biomethane and their role in the European gas markets, including possible evolution in demand, supply and pricing dynamics
- Carried out an analysis of market drivers focused on different waste feedstocks and the possible outcomes for biomethane production in the UK to 2050
- Provided an overview of plant project value chain and the key success factors behind building a robust business
- Created a detailed financial model of plant economics to illustrate potential returns under a range of scenarios covering feedstock type, plant size and subsidy regimes
- Developed a summary of key operational and technical requirements and capabilities for the successful running of a biogas operation
Tangible Impact:
- Provided the client with a robust set of findings on which to base its decision to invest within the sector
- Grew the client team’s understanding of the biogas sector in the UK and Europe
- Supported discussion with its financial investor shareholders on how to access the market