- BioBéarn in Mourenx will produce 69 GWh in 2023, ramping up to 160 GWh.
- The unit converts 220,000 tons of organic waste into 200,000 tons of digestate annually.
- The project began in 2016 and involved over 200 local stakeholders.
- BioBéarn will reduce CO2 emissions by 32,000 tons per year.
Project Overview
TotalEnergies has launched BioBéarn, its largest biogas production unit in France, located in Mourenx. The unit has a maximum capacity of 160 GWh and has started feeding biomethane into the natural gas network operated by Téréga. It will produce 69 GWh in 2023, with plans to ramp up production to meet growing biogas demand.
Environmental Impact
BioBéarn will convert 220,000 metric tons of organic waste into 200,000 metric tons of digestate annually, which will be used as a natural fertilizer. The unit will also produce 160 GWh of biomethane, equivalent to the average annual consumption of 32,000 people. This initiative will help avoid the emission of 32,000 tons of CO2 per year.
Development and Stakeholders
The development of BioBéarn began in 2016 and involved over 200 local stakeholders, including those from farming, the food industry, the local community, and elected officials. This collaboration ensured the project was tailored to the needs and potential of the region.
Key Figures
BioBéarn has a biomethane production capacity of 160 GWh, which covers the average annual needs of 32,000 people. It processes over 220,000 tons of organic waste per year, producing almost 200,000 tons of digestate. This digestate will be used on farmland within 50 km of the unit, saving nearly 5,000 tons of chemical fertilizer annually.
