On May 28, 2025, Polska Grupa Biogazowa (PGB), a subsidiary of TotalEnergies, launched its 21st biogas plant in Gogolin, Opole Voivodeship, marking another significant milestone in PGB’s biogas strategy in Poland.
Advancing Renewable Energy and Energy Independence
The new facility is a key step toward Poland’s renewable energy development and strengthening energy independence. Operating according to circular economy principles, the plant promotes sustainable and low-emission solutions.
The Gogolin biogas plant has a capacity of 1 MW, capable of producing approximately 9 GWh of electricity annually—enough to power around 3,000 households. Additionally, it generates about 8.4 GWh of heat per year, which can be used for commercial wood drying.
With this addition, PGB now owns and operates 21 biogas plants with a combined installed capacity of 22 MW, producing nearly 192 GWh of electricity annually—powering roughly 69,000 Polish homes. PGB’s goal is to reach a production capacity equivalent to 2 TWh of biomethane by 2030.
Waste as a Source of Energy
The Gogolin plant uses anaerobic digestion technology. Organic waste such as slurry, silage, manure, and other residues from agriculture or food processing are fed into sealed fermentation chambers, where bacteria break down the material. This process produces biogas, mainly composed of methane and carbon dioxide.
The biogas fuels a gas engine in a cogeneration unit that drives a generator, producing renewable electricity. This method helps reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 4 tons annually compared to conventional electricity generation.
“The investment process was long and demanding, which makes me especially happy to officially open the new biogas plant in Gogolin. Biogas is a stable and reliable energy source,” said Krzysztof Reinert, Mayor of Gogolin, at the opening ceremony.
“As a former local environmental official, I have long recognized the potential of such installations. Together with Polska Grupa Biogazowa, we want to break stereotypes and change public perception of biogas plants. We want to show that seemingly useless by-products can be turned into valuable raw materials that become extremely important for energy production after proper processing.”
Supporting the Local Economy
The new plant not only produces renewable energy but also strengthens the local economy by providing stable income to nearby farmers who supply organic feedstock. Moreover, the digestate left after fermentation serves as a nutrient-rich organic fertilizer, promoting more sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices.
TotalEnergies and PGB Collaborate for Climate Neutrality
“With the launch of another biogas plant, PGB supports Poland’s energy transition. Biogas technology combines local resources, environmental care, and tangible social benefits. It makes energy greener and represents another step toward stabilizing Poland’s energy mix,” commented Łukasz Semeniuk, CEO of PGB.
Source: managerplus.pl
