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Major investments in Polish biomethane become a reality. Biorig will invest over PLN 1.5 billion in a platform targeting 1 TWh/ year

• Solarig, a worldwide leader in sustainable energy solutions with a proven project record of 20 GW, is expanding its biomethane operations in Poland through its renewable gases division, Biorig.
• The goal is to develop and operate a portfolio of more than 20 facilities within the next five years, to generate 1 TWh/year of renewable gas production, equivalent to the energy needs of 400,000 households.
• The new plants will be located in seven Polish regions: zachodniopomorskie (West Pomeranian), wielkopolskie (Greater Poland), dolnośląskie (Lower Silesian), śląskie (Silesian), lubelskie (Lublin voivodeship), mazowieckie (Masovian) and podlaskie (Podlaskie voivodeship).
• With over 1,5 GW in renewable energy projects under development in Poland, Solarig is now leveraging its expertise and capabilities to advance the deployment of biomethane. The company will combine the adquisition of projects led by local players with greenfield project develeopement, contributing to sustainable growth of the green gas sector.

WARSAW, December 15th – 2025. Solarig, through its green division, Biorig, will invest PLN 1.5 billion in the Polish biomethane market by creating a major platform with the capacity to produce 1 TWh/y — enough to power 400,000 average Polish households.

The Spanish company aims to be a leader in this emerging segment of the local economy. Especially, since Poland has significant potential for biomethane production, which, according to the Polish Economic Institute (PIE), could reach as much as 8 billion m³ per year, corresponding to 46% of the country’s natural gas demand. In the long term – by 2050 – it may increase to even 13 billion m³ (Gas for Climate data), which would place Poland in 5th place in the EU in terms of production capacity.

Biorig also chose this region due to its large livestock base, which offers potential for sustainable feedstock. Poland has the second-highest number of farms in the EU after Romania, with 1.3 million agricultural holdings. The country also has nearly 5.9 million hectares of cultivated land devoted to cereals, as well as robust and varied poultry, cattle and swine farming sectors. These conditions create an ideal landscape for Biorig’s green investments, which are deeply rooted in the rural environment and integrated with the agricultural sector, relying on manure, slurry and various agricultural by-products, including straw. Biorig’s comprehensive model optimizes waste management from the primary sector, reducing environmental contamination of soils through nitrification.

Local collaboration for the development

Biorig’s growth strategy in Poland will be centered on collaboration with local developers and suppliers who share the company’s technical and environmental vision. This will be achieved through the acquisition of brownfield projects that are ready to build (Rtb). The company will then be able to further develop these initiatives by integrating its experience in the construction, management and operation of biomethane plants in Europe. This approach will be complemented by greenfield developments for new facilities.

Announcements regarding business plans for Poland are part of the development strategy of the Solarig Group, representing a company’s commitment to Poland’s energy transition.

By launching Biorig’s operations in Poland, Solarig is broadening its contribution to the energy transition beyond renewable electricity, and adds a focus on renewable gases that amplifies its current portfolio under development of around 1.5 GW of energy storage assets (BESS) and PV projects. Meanwhile, Biorig strengthens its position as one of Europe’s leading biomethane developers and producers, with over 60 facilities under development across Spain, Italy, and now Poland.

Altogether, this portfolio will generate around 5 TWh/year of renewable energy, making a decisive contribution to reducing Europe’s dependence on fossil natural gas and improving waste management in key regions of the continent.

– Poland represents a strategic opportunity due to the great potential of its market: this is a key moment, thanks to regulatory momentum that encourages the installation of biomethane plants—energy infrastructures essential for reducing dependence on

fossil fuels and efficiently managing organic waste for recovery as biofertilizers. These are solid foundations on which to establish ourselves as a leading international player in the biomethane market. We are excited to contribute to the sector’s development with a model successfully tested in Spain and Italy, adapted to the local context – explained Piotr Tomasz Kosior, Country Manager Biorig Poland.

Biorig’s plan is to develop around 20 biomethane plants located across several regions in Poland, including Zachodniopomorskie (West Pomeranian), Wielkopolskie (Greater Poland), Dolnośląskie (Lower Silesian), Ślaskie (Silesian), Lubelskie (Lublin), Mazowieckie (Masovian), and Podlaskie (Podlaskie). Biomethane produced there will be supplied to industrial customers, particularly energy-intensive manufacturers seeking cost-competitive green energy, through gas grid contracts for pipeline delivery and long-term purchase agreements (BPAs) to assure long-term income.

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Solarig, sustainable energy solutions for society

Solarig develops, finances, builds, and operates infrastructures for the energy transition. The company currently operates over 15 GW of renewable assets and has a project portfolio exceeding 20 GW across 12 countries. It promotes global decarbonization wherever it operates through renewable energy, green gases, and sustainable fuels. Headquartered in Madrid (Spain), Solarig has a strong presence in Europe, Central and South America, Japan, and Australia.

Solarig initiated its operations in Poland in 2023. Since then, a fully capable local structure was established, which has since taken over origination activities. As a result of both the in-house efforts and co-development partnership, Solarig’s portfolio in Poland currently includes over 300 MW of PV assets and over 1,1 GW of BESS projects.

BIORIG, circular economy & energetic sustainability

Biorig is Solarig’s biomethane production division. It was created to provide innovative solutions in the field of renewable gases, such as biomethane. Its activity focuses on the management of agricultural and livestock organic feedstock for transformation into renewable gases and on promoting projects that foster energy transition and circular economy.

Solarig expands its biomethane operations in Italy through Biorig

• Its objective is to develop and operate a portfolio of more than 20 facilities by 2030 to generate a renewable gas production of 1 TWh/year, equivalent to the energy needs of 360,000 households.

• With more than 15 years of experience in the development of renewable infrastructures in Italy and more than 1 GW of completed projects, Solarig is now putting its know-how and capabilities at the service of biomethane deployment. The company will combine its own initiatives with the incorporation of projects driven by local actors, contributing to the sustainable growth of the sector.

Madrid, 09-07-25. Biorig, la división de gases renovables de Solarig, anuncia la ampliación de su actividad en el sector del biometano en Italia. La firma prevé una inversión en el país de más de 300 millones de euros hasta 2030 para el desarrollo y operación de más de 20 plantas de biometano que permitirán alcanzar una producción anual de cerca de 1 TWh/año (90 millones de metros cúbicos al año), equivalente al consumo de 360.000 hogares italianos.

Solarig, which has been present in the country for more than 15 years, thus reinforces its commitment to Italy’s energy transition, extending its contribution beyond solar energy and consolidating a firm commitment to renewable gases. For its part, Biorig is expanding its developments internationally for the first time to become one of the main players in the production of biomethane in Europe, with more than 20 projects under development in Spain that will generate around 3 TWh/year of clean energy, to which the projects in Italy have now been added.

Strategic opportunity and energy diversification

“Italy represents a strategic opportunity because of the solidity of its commitment to biomethane: a clear and flexible regulatory framework, a clear concern for organic waste management, and a well-defined vision of the agronomic advantages of biofertilisers. In short, a firm foundation on which to build our experience. We are excited to be able to contribute to the development of this sector with a proven model adapted to the local context. “explained Manuel Alonso, Managing Director of Biorig.

Agnese Rocco, Solarig’s Country Manager in Italy, said: “.Biomethane is an essential pillar to advance in the decarbonisation of non-electrifiable sectors. This investment initiative is part of Solarig’s new Strategic Plan 2025-2028, which is committed to technological diversification as a response to the challenges of the energy transition. ”.

Own development and collaboration with the local fabric

Biorig’s growth strategy is based on its own development of new facilities, as well as on the incorporation of mature initiatives promoted by local players. In this context, the company plans to collaborate with developers and operators who share its technical and environmental vision, and who have projects aligned with national regulatory and environmental objectives.

“Our goal is to become one of the leading biomethane producers in Europe, and to make this activity one of Solarig’s strategic pillars in the coming years, alongside the development of renewable energy projects. To achieve this ambition, Italy is a key country. We have a solid track record as a developer of energy infrastructures, both internationally and in Italy, and we want to use all our experience to drive the growth of a sector that is already showing remarkable dynamism and maturity. “says Manuel Alonso.

Solarig, sustainable energy solutions for society

Solarig develops, finances, builds and operates infrastructure for the energy transition. It currently operates more than 10 GW of photovoltaic plants and has a portfolio of more than 20 GW of energy projects in 12 countries. The company promotes global decarbonisation wherever it operates through renewable energy solutions, green gases and sustainable fuels. Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, it has a strong presence in Europe, Central and South America, Japan and Australia.

Committed to innovation and sustainability, Solarig has a team of over 1,400 professionals. Solarig has been present in Italy for 15 years, during which time important milestones have been achieved, such as the development of more than 1 GW of solar plants thanks to a workforce of more than 100 professionals in the country.

BIORIG, circular economy and energy sustainability

Biorigis Solarig’s biomethane production division. It was created with the aim of providing innovative solutions in the field of renewable gases, such as biomethane. Its activity is focused on the management of organic agro-livestock raw materials for their transformation into renewable gases and to promote the development of projects in the field of energy transition and circular economy.

Biorig is committed to a circular economy model based on the recovery and management of agricultural and livestock raw materials, commitment to the development of local communities, and the promotion of the production of renewable gases to accelerate the energy transition in the places where it operates.

Members of Asaja Zamora, Aebig, the University of León and Biorig discuss the challenges in the deployment of biomethane in a forum of ‘La Opinión – El Correo de Zamora’.

Zamora se consolida como un territorio clave en la transición energética gracias al impulso del biometano. El foro “Impulso verde: biometano y desarrollo territorial”, organizado por La Opinión – El Correo de Zamora con el patrocinio de Biorig y la Diputación de Zamora; reunió el pasado miércoles 7 de abril a actores fundamentales del sector agrario, la comunidad científica y las empresas y asociaciones del sector del biometano para poner de manifiesto la oportunidad que representa el desarrollo del biometano en Zamora y Castilla y León.

Antonio Medina, presidente de Asaja Zamora; Francisco Repullo, presidente de honor de la Asociación Española del Biogás (Aebig); Antonio Morán, catedrático de la Universidad de León; y Manuel Alonso, director general de Biorig, expusieron sus opiniones sobre esta tecnología tras la intervención de José Manuel Jiménez, director general de Infraestructuras y Sostenibilidad Ambiental, quien defendió que Castilla y León puede sustituir más del 50% del gas natural fósil que se importa del exterior gracias al biometano.

A call to action from the energy sector

Manuel Alonso, CEO of Biorig, conveyed a strong message during his speech, in line with the principles of sustainability and circular economy defended by the company: “We must be aware of the need to manage waste and achieve energy diversification”.

In a context marked by climate urgency and the need for energy autonomy, biomethane is positioned as a clean, efficient alternative capable of generating wealth in the areas that need it most. According to estimates by the Junta de Castilla y León, around 35 million tons of agricultural and livestock waste are produced annually in the region, compared to 1 million tons of urban waste, the management of which must be optimized to comply with increasingly restrictive environmental criteria and the improvement of agricultural soils.

Castilla y León: leadership in renewable energy and biomethane potential
José Manuel Jiménez, general director of Infrastructures and Environmental Sustainability of the Junta de Castilla y León, participated in the conference, highlighting that the community already produces 90% of its electricity from renewable sources. He also pointed out that biomethane would make it possible to replace more than 50% of the fossil natural gas currently consumed, with an estimated investment of 2,500 million euros.

A plural and complementary panel

The forum brought together key representatives of knowledge, production and innovation. The panel discussion, moderated by journalist Verónica de Castro. This multidisciplinary panel discussed the need to create a stable regulatory environment, to foster public confidence and to strengthen the dialogue between developers, administrations and the local population.

Both the public and business sectors stressed the importance of acting seriously, with technical rigor and transparency. The commitment to renewable gases, and in particular biomethane, requires solid projects, well communicated and oriented to generate a positive impact on the territory.

Biorig’s commitment with Zamora
At Biorig we believe in a decentralized energy model and in the need to integrate all actors in the transformation process. Our participation in this forum reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainability, the creation of rural employment and the intelligent valorization of local resources.

The future of energy involves circular, fair and collaborative solutions. In Zamora, this transition has already begun.

BIORIG, circular economy and energy sustainability

Biorig is Solarig’s biomethane production division. It was created to provide innovative solutions in the area of renewable gases and CO₂ capture. Its activity is focused on the management of organic waste for its transformation into gases of renewable origin and to promote the development of projects within the framework of the energy transition and the circular economy.

We developed a new site with an updated visual design and content for www.biorig.energy

Biorig, Solarig’s green gases division, inaugurates its new digital space in biorig.energy, taking another step forward in our evolution as a company and consolidating our position as a reference in the development and operation of biomethane plants.

With a renewed design and improved functionalities, the new website clearly reflects our identity and our commitment to sustainability and innovation. This redesign responds to our desire to offer a simpler, more useful and personalised digital experience, aligned with our identity and values. For its development we have had the collaboration of Prodigioso Volcán, one of the leading web design agencies in Spain, with extensive experience in strategic digital communication projects.

The result is a more modern, intuitive and accessible platform, making it easier for our visitors to access all the information about our projects, solutions and vision for the future.

New features:

• New visual design that conveys our values of innovation, sustainability and proximity.

• More intuitive navigation, designed to make it easier for you to find everything you need.

• Accessibility improvements to ensure an inclusive experience for all users.

• Up-to-date content, reflecting our latest developments, projects and commitments.

• A space designed to reinforce our commitment to transparency, sharing in a clear and accessible way who we are, what we do and how we contribute to sustainable development.

• New blog, in which we will publish technical and informative content on different angles of biomethane, as well as offering a detailed view of Biorig’s projects and their social impact in the communities where we operate.

Valorizating biomethane

The new site will offer specific content explaining in detail the operation of biomethane installations, a renewable gas of biological origin with characteristics identical to fossil natural gas. This technology contributes to the implementation of circular economy models and the development of agricultural and livestock farming communities.

Cecilia Carballo, General Manager of Sustainability and Communication at Solarig, said: “This new website is not only a window into our work, but also an invitation to build a more sustainable energy future together. We believe in the need to act transparently and in collaboration with the local communities where we operate, and this website brings us closer to this milestone.”

BIORIG, circular economy and energy sustainability

Biorig is Solarig’s biomethane production division. It was created to provide innovative solutions in the area of renewable gases and CO₂ capture. Its activity is focused on the management of organic waste for its transformation into gases of renewable origin and to promote the development of projects within the framework of the energy transition and the circular economy.

The company analyzes together with Sedigás, the Junta de Castilla y León and Redexis the deployment of these energy infrastructures in the community.

On Thursday, April 10, Biorig participated in the III Energy Forum of El Español Castilla y León, under the title “Clean energy in Castilla y León: a model of success and sustainability”. In this event, the advances and challenges in wind, solar, nuclear, hydrogen and biomethane energy were analyzed, with a focus on the territory and its transformative capacity.

The general manager of Biorig, Manuel Alonso, took part in the round table dedicated to “Biogas and biomethane: the boost of green gases in Castilla y León”, sharing space with José Manuel Jiménez Blázquez, general manager of Infrastructures and Environmental Sustainability of the Junta; Joan Batalla, president of Sedigás; and Federico Medina, director of Redexis central area; in a meeting moderated by the editor of El Español-Castilla y León, Ángel Pisano.

During his speech, Manuel Alonso presented the agro-livestock development model that characterizes Biorig, which promotes more than 20 plants distributed in rural environments aimed at transforming livestock waste into renewable energy, organic fertilizers and biogenic CO₂.

The general manager of Biorig emphasized that the legal requirements and the guarantee requested from biomethane facilities in Spain “are at the highest European standards”.

These facilities prevent agricultural and livestock wastes from ending up dumped in the fields without sanitization, as they have been up to now, so Manuel defended that Castilla y León “cannot afford to let this opportunity slip away”.

In addition, he gave several European examples, such as Denmark or the Veneto region, with population densities 10 times higher than those of Castilla y León and with hundreds of plants in operation. “There is a concern for managing waste in those places and that implies that the development of these plants are integrated into society and are seen as a normal thing,” he pointed out.

BIORIG, circular economy and energy sustainability

Biorig is Solarig’s biomethane production division. It was created to provide innovative solutions in the area of renewable gases and CO₂ capture. Its activity is focused on the management of organic waste for its transformation into gases of renewable origin and to promote the development of projects within the framework of the energy transition and the circular economy.