KAPSARC – Positioning Saudi Arabia’s Biogas Power Sector on the Global Stage

The report examines the role of biogas in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Saudi Arabia and its competitiveness on a global level.

The study evaluates the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) for biogas-based power generation under various feedstock co-digestion scenarios. The LCOE for biogas electricity in Saudi Arabia ranges from $54 to $116 per megawatt-hour, aligning with global standards. Biogas-based electricity could provide up to 27 terawatt-hours annually and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 16.4 million metric tons per year. Spatial assessment identifies key regions in the Kingdom with significant biogas resource potential from food waste, agricultural residues, and manure.