Breda, the Netherlands, January 27 – VIDA bioenergy is proud to announce another milestone at its Wormslade site, underpinning our commitment to driving the UK’s transition to renewable energy. Since breaking ground in February 2025, the project has moved rapidly from vision to reality. With civil works now substantially complete and gas domes installed, the site is taking shape as a significant new anaerobic digestion (AD) facility designed to support the UK’s renewable gas ambitions.
“Wormslade is a clear example of VIDA bioenergy’s ambition in action,” said Lars Boetje, CEO of VIDA bioenergy. “As we expand our footprint in renewable gas, this project demonstrates how responsible innovation and strategic investment can deliver meaningful progress toward a lower-carbon energy system. This investment further supports our mission: to accelerate the energy transition to a sustainable, circular future by locally producing renewable bioenergy that affordably and reliably powers communities and reduces carbon emissions.”
Strategically located in a feedstock-rich region, Wormslade is expected to produce biomethane equivalent to heating approximately 5,000 homes per year once fully operational. This achievement is set to significantly increase VIDA bioenergy’s contribution to renewable gas production in the UK, supporting national decarbonisation goals, recently reaffirmed by the extension of the Green Gas Support Scheme, and setting a strong foundation for future projects.
Design and innovation
What makes Wormslade distinctive is its tailored design and operational approach. The digester tanks are partially located below ground, with high bund walls to help the site integrate into the surrounding landscape.
Technologically, the plant tackles one of agriculture’s toughest challenges: processing straw, an agricultural residue that has historically been challenging to utilise at scale. By converting straw into renewable energy, the facility supports the principles of a circular economy and contributes to the UK’s 2050 Net Zero Strategy.
Looking ahead, gas processing systems are planned to commence in Q2 2026, followed by a series of performance tests and a production-ready AD plant in Q3 2026.
Wormslade represents a meaningful step toward a lower-carbon energy system, delivering benefits for local communities, the environment, and the UK’s energy resilience.
Community engagement
Community engagement has been at the heart of this journey. Our first Public Information Event in Great Oxendon brought residents, partners, and the VI
DA team together to share updates and listen to feedback. These conversations helped inform our approach and supported open dialogue with the local community. Regular updates via leaflets, council notifi
cations, and our project website continue to keep the community informed as we progress.
For updates and opportunities, visit Wormslade Green Energy or the VIDA bioenergy website.
About VIDA bioenergy:
VIDA bioenergy is a multinational biomethane producer headquartered in Breda, the Netherlands. At VIDA bioenergy, we are dedicated to supporting the decarbonisation of buildings, heavy transport, and industrial heat. VIDA bioenergy is set to become one of Europe’s leading biomethane producers, with operations and projects underway in the Netherlands and the UK. Our mission is to transform sustainable organic material into energy, providing clean energy products like biomethane, biogenic CO₂, and organic fertiliser. We are fully owned by VTTI, an industry leader in energy infrastructure. This allows us to operate with speed and agility whilst maintaining access to world-class talent, expertise, and financial backing.
Media Contact:
Karin Op den Kamp
Communications, VTTI
Email: communications@vtti.com
