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Mass balance - digital verification for sustainable bioenergy

Sustainability certificates for biomethane are complex, time-consuming and error-prone - if they are kept manually. With the mass balance function of the agriportance software platform, you can automate the entire verification process: digital, audit-proof and directly aligned with your certification obligations in accordance with ISCC, REDcert and SURE.

Less effort. Fewer errors. More security.

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The challenge: Why manual mass balancing is risky

Operators of biomethane plants and project developers face the same complex tasks - on a daily basis, with no margin for error:

Separation of material flows - sustainable and conventional biomass must be clearly and comprehensibly separated
Data consistency across the entire supply chain - all relevant data from different sources must be brought together without contradiction
Audit-proof documentation - every change must be fully traceable for audits and certification bodies alike
Error-free data exchange - interfaces to registers such as the Union Database (UDB) or the DENA biogas register require exact, format-compliant transmission

Anyone who manages these processes manually risks incorrect evidence, compliance violations and, in the worst case, the loss of certificates and remuneration claims. This is exactly where agriportance comes in.

Our solution: fully digitalized mass balancing

The mass balance function of the agriportance platform automates all central verification processes - from data collection and consistency checks to register connection:

Centralized document management - self-declarations, contracts and delivery bills are managed in one place in an audit-proof and structured manner
Automatic consistency checks - the software detects discrepancies at an early stage and prevents compliance risks before they arise
Intelligent portfolio management - biomethane volumes are automatically allocated to contracts and market opportunities are optimally utilized
Register connection via API - direct interface to the Union Database (UDB) and the DENA biogas register (UDB connection available soon)
AI-based error correction - intelligent checking mechanisms automatically detect and correct potential errors (available soon)

The mass balance is part of the agriportance software platform and can be seamlessly combined with other tools - including our integrated GHG accounting for complete greenhouse gas verification.

Efficiency & time savings

Automated processes replace manual administration - faster processing times and significantly less effort for your team.

Security & Compliance

All regulatory requirements according to ISCC, REDcert and SURE are reliably met - thanks to digital checks that leave no gaps.

Error prevention & certificate security

Intelligent consistency checks protect you from incorrect certificates and the associated follow-up costs or loss of certificates.

Cost optimization

Less administrative work, fewer follow-up costs for errors, fewer external service providers - the investment in agriportance quickly pays for itself.

Future-proof & scalable

The platform grows with your requirements - already prepared today for future regulatory developments in the area of sustainability certification.

Specialist knowledge included

You benefit not only from the software, but also from the industry knowledge of our team - we are there for you personally for questions, special cases and individual requirements.

“One less worry with agriportance.”

“WE WILL CONTINUE TO RELY ON AGRIPORTANCE’S SERVICES AND SOFTWARE IN THE FUTURE, AS THEY SIGNIFICANTLY SIMPLIFY THE COLLECTION OF THE REQUIRED DATA.”

Nicolas Marx

Operator of the facilities in Schillingen

MARX & WAHLEN AGRAR GMBH & CO. KG

“With agriportance, we have a reliable partner by our side.”

"WITH THE SOFTWARE FROM AGRIPORTANCE, WE CAN NOW PREPARE AND TRANSMIT OUR GREENHOUSE GAS AND MASS BALANCES QUICKLY, EFFICIENTLY, AND DIGITALLY."

Carsten Hövermann

Managing Director

Bioenergie Gellersen GmbH & Co. KG

“agriportance has been supporting us in all matters relating to the biomethane market since 2022.”

"AGRIPORTANCE IS A RELIABLE PARTNER FOR US IN BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE AND COMPLIANT BIOMETHANE PORTFOLIO."

Markus Bosch

“Head of Strategy, Energy and New Media”

SKW Stickstoffwerke Piesteritz GmbH

“The collaboration has been consistently positive and characterized by a high level of professional expertise.”

"EFFICIENT, COMPETENT AND PERSONAL – WORKING WITH AGRIPORTANCE IS TRULY CONVINCING."

Manfred Gius

CEO

Biogas Wipptal GmbH

Who is the agriportance mass balance made for?

GIF - agriportance Software Mass Balance

Biogas plants & biomethane feeders - who need to manage their mass balance in a certification-compliant and audit-proof manner
Project developers - who manage several plants or portfolios and require standardized verification structures
Energy traders & suppliers - who market biomethane and need to provide complete volume documentation
Certification officers - who want to prepare the audit process efficiently and reliably

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General

agriportance is a specialized platform for biomethane and LCO₂ and offers sustainable product solutions. We support companies along the entire biomethane value chain – from brokerage and certifications to GHG and mass balance calculations as well as training and consulting. All services are coordinated and available from a single source.
Our services are aimed at companies along the entire biomethane value chain – including biogas plant operators, gas network operators, energy suppliers, industrial companies, traders, as well as companies that want to reduce their GHG emissions, procure biomethane and LCO₂, or implement sustainable product solutions.
Yes. Our services are scalable and tailored individually to the requirements and resources of your company – regardless of company size.

Brokerage of biomethane and LCO₂

We connect producers, traders and buyers of biomethane and LCO₂ and support the entire brokerage process – from initial contact and contract structuring to successful completion.
After an initial needs analysis, we identify suitable suppliers from our network, support negotiations and assist with contractual arrangements. This gives you access to certified biomethane that meets your requirements.
LCO₂ (liquefied CO₂) is produced as a by-product during biogas upgrading and can be used industrially – for example in the food industry, agriculture or technology. The use of LCO₂ contributes to resource efficiency and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

GHG accounting

A greenhouse gas balance (GHG balance) records and evaluates all climate-relevant emissions along a process or product – from production to use. It is often a prerequisite for certifications and regulatory compliance.
A GHG balance is required, among other things, if you want to market biomethane as a renewable fuel, pursue sustainability certifications or provide proof within the framework of the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED II / RED III).
Our GHG calculations are based on the current regulatory requirements of RED III as well as the specifications of the relevant certification systems (REDcert², ISCC, SURE). We document all calculations in a transparent and audit-proof manner.

Sustainability certifications

We support certifications according to the three leading systems in Germany and Europe:
- REDcert – for biomass and biofuels
- ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) – internationally recognized, for various feedstocks and supply chains
- SURE (Sustainable Resources Verification Scheme) – recognized for biofuels and biomass under RED II / RED III
A certification proves that your products or processes meet legal sustainability requirements. It is often a prerequisite for marketing biomethane as a fuel, for accessing funding programs and for counting towards national greenhouse gas reduction quotas.
A gap assessment is a preliminary analysis in which we compare your company’s current status with the requirements of the respective certification system. This allows gaps to be identified early and closed in a targeted manner before the official audit takes place.
The duration depends on your company’s initial situation, the chosen certification system and the certification body. Experience shows that you should plan three to six months for an initial certification. We ensure through structured preparation that the process is as efficient as possible.
We also support you during annual surveillance and recertification – including documentation maintenance, preparation for follow-up audits and ongoing communication with the certification body.

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Mass balancing

Mass balancing is a method for tracking material flows – for example biomethane within a gas network. It ensures that the sustainability characteristics of a product can be documented and transferred along the supply chain without having to physically track quantities directly.
Yes. For the marketing of biomethane as a fuel and for eligibility for greenhouse gas quota accounting, a compliant mass balance according to RED III or the respective certification systems is mandatory.
Yes. We take care of the complete setup, maintenance and documentation of your mass balance system – audit-proof and ready at any time.

Training and consulting

We offer practical training on the following topics:
- fundamentals and functioning of biomethane
- sustainability certifications (REDcert², ISCC, SURE)
- greenhouse gas accounting and mass balancing
- regulatory requirements (RED III, BImSchG, GEG)
- internal audits and certification preparation
Our trainings are aimed at specialists and managers in the fields of energy, sustainability, compliance and procurement – both beginners and experienced professionals who want to update their knowledge.
Yes. In addition to our standard trainings, we provide individual consulting – for example in developing a biomethane strategy, optimizing existing processes or preparing for regulatory changes.
We offer both – digital formats (webinars, online workshops) as well as on-site events at your location or at our premises.