Biomethane Production and Potential in Southeast Asia

Key Takeaways

• Thailand leads the region with 335 MW of current biogas capacity and an ambitious target of 5,570 MW by 2036, supported by strong feed-in tariffs and tax incentives.
• Indonesia aims to achieve 810 MW of bioenergy by 2025, utilizing its abundant palm oil waste. The country hosts Asia's largest compressed biogas plant in Langkat Regency.
• Malaysia has shown rapid growth with 68 MW installed capacity and 73 MW in development. Its biomethane sector has grown 400% since 2014, primarily using palm oil mill effluent (POME).
• Total regional capacity of approximately 1 GW demonstrates Southeast Asia's commitment to biomethane as a strategic renewable energy solution.
• Primary feedstocks across the region include palm oil waste, livestock manure, and agricultural residues, highlighting the agricultural sector's importance in biomethane production.