Biomass and waste energy production in the UK dropped nearly 5% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same time last year, according to new figures released by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The decline points to a broader trend as the government reviews the role of biomass in the country’s renewable energy plans, reports Bioenergy Insight.
One of the main reasons for the fall is a shift in government policy. Officials recently announced that financial support for large biomass power plants will be reduced by half by 2027. The decision is aimed at cutting costs and tightening environmental rules to make sure biomass projects meet the country’s climate goals.
Cost is also a factor. As wind and solar energy become more affordable and widely available across the UK, biomass power is finding it harder to compete.
For years, biomass has been a key part of the UK’s green energy efforts, offering a stable source of low-carbon electricity. But with the UK pushing to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, there is growing concern about whether biomass is truly sustainable and environmentally friendly.
The latest numbers suggest that the country’s energy focus is shifting more toward cleaner and more cost-effective sources like wind and solar power.
