# Italian local opposition to biomethane projects > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-local-opposition-to-biomethane-projects > Updated: 2026-09-18T04:00:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. In Montechiarugolo, residents have voiced opposition to industrial developments, specifically an agrivoltaic project between Basilicanova and Mamiano and a large biomethane plant in Basilicagoiano. Through an open letter to the City Council, critics argued that these projects threaten the local agro-ecosystem and landscape, disputing the administration’s label of their concerns as ‘NIMBY’ syndrome. In the Benevento region, tensions regarding biomethane operations have escalated due to reported environmental impacts. The Comitato Civico Territoriale reported intense, persistent odours between Benevento Nord and Pietrelcina, particularly during the night and early morning. These smells are linked to the removal of organic matter at a local plant. Following missed deadlines for cleaning operations, the Committee has called for targeted inspections and the establishment of a permanent technical committee by the Prefecture to ensure transparency and monitoring. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-18: Benevento residents demand action over biomethane plant odours The Comitato Civico Territoriale is demanding inspections and a permanent technical committee following reports of intense odours from a biomethane plant affecting Benevento Nord and Pietrelcina. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/benevento-residents-demand-action-over-biomethane-plant-odours ### 2026-09-06: Montechiarugolo residents protest biomethane and agrivoltaic projects Residents of Montechiarugolo have issued an open letter to the Mayor protesting the expansion of biomethane and agrivoltaic projects that threaten the local landscape and ecosystem. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montechiarugolo-residents-protest-biomethane-and-agrivoltaic-projects --- Cite as: Italian local opposition to biomethane projects. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italian-local-opposition-to-biomethane-projects