Environment Victoria recognises the need to substitute fossil methane gas with renewable gas alternatives where electrification is not yet possible. We support the development of a healthy and responsible bioenergy industry that improves our management of waste and puts us on the path to genuine overall emissions reductions.
We cautiously support the introduction of a certificate scheme for renewable gas that is limited to industrial users and gas-powered generation. However, there are several aspects of policy design that require careful consideration and attention. This submission provides constructive input towards a well-designed scheme and flags other policy areas in need of attention.