LGE Publishes Position On the Revision Of the Renewable Energy Directive

LGE Publishes Position On the Revision Of the Renewable Energy Directive

Liquid Gas Europe has published its position paper on the revision of the Renewable Energy Directive, calling for a practical and inclusive approach to decarbonising heating across Europe. As the EU prepares its post-2030 energy framework, LGE argues that renewable liquid gases must be recognised as part of the solution-particularly for rural and off-grid households and businesses, where electrification is not always the most feasible or affordable pathway.

At the heart of the paper is a clear proposal: introduce an EU-wide renewable blending mandate for liquid gas heating fuels. By gradually increasing the share of renewable liquid gases, such as bioLPG and renewable DME, in the heating supply, the EU can cut emissions while allowing consumers to continue using existing infrastructure and appliances. In LGE's view, this would help make the energy transition more cost-effective, technology-neutral, and fair for all regions.

Summary
In its position paper, Liquid Gas Europe highlights that decarbonising heating remains one of the most complex aspects of Europe's energy transition. While electrification will play a major role, it cannot, on its own, address the realities of every household, building type, or region. This is particularly true in rural and off-grid areas, where heat demand is often higher, infrastructure is more limited, and households face greater affordability constraints.

LGE therefore calls for establishing a harmonised EU framework for blending of renewable liquid gas for heating applications. The paper argues that such a mandate would create the long-term demand signal needed to scale up production, unlock investment, and bring more renewable liquid gases to market. It would also support a gradual transition by enabling emissions reductions through existing boilers, tanks, and distribution systems-avoiding unnecessary costs and disruption for consumers.

The paper also emphasises that the mandate should be supported by strong certification and mass-balance rules, targeted financial incentives, and technology-neutral policy design. This would help ensure that renewable liquid gases can compete fairly with other decarbonisation options, while strengthening energy security and protecting rural households from disproportionate transition costs. With the right framework in place, renewable liquid gases can make an important contribution to a more resilient, affordable, and inclusive European energy transition.