Best Practice Guide: Designing Circular Biomethane Markets in Industrial Agriculture

This best practice guide synthesises findings from a three-round modified Delphi study involving 61 stakeholders from dairy processing, finance, academia and public policy, identifying the structural enablers of a functional circular biomethane market. BIOFIN-EU, an R&I project funded by the EU, unites 13 experts from 10 countries to find financial solutions to address biodiversity loss and enhance nature conservation. The project redirects funds from harmful activities to nature-positive investments, promoting harmony between human actions and nature. BIOFIN-EU will develop a framework and technology to support large-scale investments in nature-based solutions (NbS), streamline decisions, and standardize investments. A data-driven dashboard will enhance project appraisal and risk assessment, aiding the EU's biodiversity goals. Case studies will identify gaps in the Sustainable Finance Taxonomy and inform policy recommendations.