Legislative changes support the development of biomethane and other activities of the EFG group

From the perspective of the Energy Financial Group (EFG), the summer of 2025 brought several fundamental legislative changes that create more favorable conditions not only for the faster development of biomethane, but also regulate the conditions for the provision of...

Gases produced from waste materials have a wide range of uses both in the Czech Republic and around the world. They power transport, light Olympic torches and more

Kitchen scraps, used oils, and agricultural residues, which used to end up in landfills, are now being used in the form of green gases in transportation, sports, and culture. The Olympic Games and the EXPO world exhibition show that these gases contribute to the...

The Czech gas networks receive 1.2 million m3 of biomethane per month, but we only use a fraction of the gas’s potential

Last year, almost 7 million m3 of biomethane was supplied to the distribution network in Czechia. This is according to data from all three domestic distributors. Monthly deliveries of biomethane to the Czech gas network currently amount to approximately 1.2 million...

EBA: Biomethane production capacity has risen to 7 billion m3, but the pace of construction is slowing down

Biomethane production capacity in Europe has risen to 7 billion m3, but the pace of construction of new facilities is slowing down. According to the latest map from the European Biogas Association (EBA) and Gas Infrastructure Europe (GIE), biomethane production in...

Vyškov biomethane plant wins two awards in the Heroes of Modern Energy 2025 competition

The investment company Energy Financial Group (EFG) is celebrating success in the prestigious Heroes of Modern Energy 2025 competition. It won second place in the Renewable Sources for the Czech Economy category and the Expert Public Sympathy Award. The double award...

The first phase of construction for the provision of balancing services at EFG Vyškov BPS is nearing completion

The first phase of construction of a facility for providing power balancing services is nearing completion at the biomethane station in Vyškov. The construction part of the project has been completed, the utility networks have been laid, and the installation of a 12...

Biogas plants can serve as a backup in times of electricity shortages. EFG’s capacity will be up to 20 GWh per year.

At the end of April, Spain, Portugal, and southern France were hit by a widespread power outage that left tens of millions of people without electricity for many hours. A similar situation could occur in the Czech Republic as early as 2028, according to a warning from...

We help municipalities with separation requirements. In Šumperk, separated food waste increased by 246%.

Starting this year, cities and municipalities in the Czech Republic have a new binding target: the separation of at least 60% of household waste. A significant portion of this waste is kitchen waste, the collection of which is already being facilitated in nearly...

Certified biomethane from EFG Vyškov BPS achieves high emission savings

In May, an audit of the carbon footprint (GHG factor) necessary to defend the European ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) sustainability certification for biomethane production was successfully completed at the EFG Vyškov BPS waste biogas...

Historical food waste reduction targets are being set. Remaining production should be recycled

The European Union is moving towards more sustainable food management. Representatives of the Council and the European Parliament have reached a preliminary agreement on a targeted revision of the Waste Directive, which for the first time sets specific targets to...

Market harmonisation is key for the development of biomethane in Europe

Biomethane from biodegradable waste, produced as a local alternative to natural gas, is one of the key elements of the energy transition towards sustainability. However, its development within the EU is hampered by the lack of uniform rules for cross-border trade and...

EBA: In 2023 Czech Republic has increased biomethane production capacity

EBA: In 2023 Czech Republic has increased biomethane production capacity

According to a statistical report by the European Biogas Association (EBA), biomethane production in Europe will reach a record 52 TWh in 2023, an increase of 21% year-on-year. The Czech Republic is not yet on par with the European average, but according to data from...