The Governing Board is the highest body steering the Biomethane Industrial Partnership, consisting of the European Biogas Association, representatives of the European Commission, Member States and the biomethane value and supply chain.
The Governing Board takes all strategic decisions related to the functioning of the BIP, including the creation of Task Forces and their deliverables and timelines. In particular, responsibilities of the Governing Board are to:
The Governing Board consists of seven members, including:
Member State representatives are foreseen to be board member for a one-year term, during the six-month period ahead of their presidency plus during their six-month presidency. Governing Board members who represent a company are appointed by the value chain Support Group on a rotating basis. Support Group members can nominate themselves for Governing Board membership. Selection of company Governing Board members takes place through voting by all members of the Support Group. The two elected Support Group members serve a one-year term in the Governing Board.