Renewable gas share in Pays de la Loire, France
Renewable gas share in Pays de la Loire, France stood at 10.83% in Aug 2026, according to ODRé – Open Data Réseaux Énergies (RTE, NaTran, Teréga). It is one of the indicators in the Monthly gas consumption table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2020 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Monthly gas consumption table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renewable gas share | |||||||||||
| Pays de la Loire | 10.83 | 11.29 | 14.73 | 12.57 | 8.37 | 5.26 | 4.49 | 3.03 | 3.83 | 4.85 | |
| Brittany | 14.52 | 13.97 | 14.74 | 14.7 | 10.41 | 6.25 | 5.17 | 3.74 | 4.31 | 5.85 |
Understanding renewable gas share in Pays de la Loire, France
The proportion of renewable gas moving through local pipeline infrastructure in Pays de la Loire, France, is determined by dividing total biomethane injections by overall network throughput. This indicator tracks the gradual substitution of fossil-derived natural gas with sustainably produced organic alternatives. The calculation excludes private, behind-the-meter biogas usage that bypasses commercial distribution channels. Expressing the data as a relative share removes the confounding effect of absolute volume changes linked to economic cycles or weather severity.
When evaluating these monthly figures, observers must account for the lag in administrative certification processes for biomethane injections, which frequently triggers subsequent data revisions. Seasonal weather shifts heavily influence the denominator, meaning winter heating demand spikes can make renewable shares appear artificially depressed. Evaluating rolling twelve-month averages provides a clearer picture of structural green transition progress than isolating single monthly readings. Comparisons with other jurisdictions should factor in distinct regional agricultural capacities.
Frequently asked questions
- What volumes are omitted from the calculation of this share?
- Biogas consumed directly on-site by agricultural or industrial producers without entering public pipelines.
- Why do initial monthly figures frequently undergo revision?
- Pending administrative verifications and delayed metering reconciliations cause subsequent adjustments to published shares.
- What is the best way to smooth out weather-related volatility in the series?
- Using twelve-month rolling averages or comparing identical months across consecutive calendar years.