The Green Gas Support Scheme (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Amendment Great Britain In force since 16 Oct 2026
Jurisdiction
Great Britain
Commencement
16 October 2026 (For payment years beginning from 1st April 2027 onwards, the periods for payments and requirements for sustainability audit reports are realigned to scheme years rather than payment years.)
Amends
The Green Gas Support Scheme Regulations 2021

Mini Summary

The Green Gas Support Scheme Regulations 2021

These Regulations introduce the Green Gas Support Scheme and Green Gas Levy. They are relevant to licenced gas suppliers who are required to pay a quarterly levy to fund the scheme and scheme participants who are provided with a tariff guarantee for biomethane injected into the grid.

Amendment

The deadline for the commissioning of equipment used to produce biomethane for injection is extended to 31st March 2030 for applicants who apply to join the scheme on or after 16th October 2026.

The periods for payments and requirements for sustainability audit reports are realigned to scheme years rather than payment years, except for payment years beginning before 1st April 2027.

For tariffs starting after 31st March 2028, clarification is made that support payments are only available until 31st March 2043.

Duties

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