Market uptake of renewable gases

Marzia Sesini and James Kneebone

Chapter 11 in European Gas Markets in Transition, 2026, pp 189-215 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter examines the market uptake of renewable gases, namely clean hydrogen and biomethane, as pivotal components in Europe's decarbonized energy transition. While both gases offer alternatives to fossil fuels, their chemical, technical, and economic properties differ significantly. The analysis begins with a comparative assessment of natural gas, biomethane, and hydrogen, highlighting key challenges such as production costs, infrastructure requirements, and energy density. It then explores EU regulatory frameworks and national support schemes, drawing on case studies from Italy, Denmark, and Germany to identify effective policies for scaling biomethane integration. The chapter further tracks hydrogen's evolution from a niche technology to a strategic energy vector, emphasizing its role in hard-to-abate sectors and industrial transformation under initiatives like REPowerEU and the Net-Zero Industry Act. By juxtaposing technological, policy, and economic dimensions, the chapter underscores the complementary roles of these gases in achieving climate targets, energy security, and industrial competitiveness, while addressing persistent barriers to widespread adoption.

Keywords: Renewable Gases Market Uptake; Comparative Gas Assessment; EU; National policy frameworks; Biomethane integration strategies; Hydrogen for industrial decarbonization; Barriers to adoption (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035382958
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