RNG NEWS
Profitable Net Zero Alliance Activates Waste-to-Value Delivery Capabilities as Projects Advance
The Profitable Net Zero Alliance, a collaboration between INNOVO, ESS, and ARCO, and currently in collaboration with the Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation (CCREDC), is advancing toward delivery of its first regenerative infrastructure projects, supported by the formal engagement of ARCO’s waste-to-value (W2V) and bio-farm specialists.
Weltec Biopower Unveils Biomethane Plant to Empower Beef Producers
Weltec Biopower, a German manufacturer, is currently constructing a biomethane plant for the Elivia Group in partnership with its French partner, Agripower France.
Le Lion-d’Angers, in the Pays de la Loire area of western France, is home to the headquarters of France’s second-largest cattle producer. The plant will inject biomethane into the public gas grid at this site in November 2025, next to the company’s own abattoir.
Transit Fleets Make the Switch to Low-Carbon RNG Fuel Inking Deals with Clean Energy
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE), the largest provider of the cleanest fuel for the transportation market, has announced a slew of new deals with transit fleets and municipalities across the country to transition their vehicles to ultra clean renewable natural gas (RNG). Under these new agreements, Clean Energy will build and upgrade fueling infrastructure, maintain and operate station sites or provide RNG fuel for public buses, refuse trucks, street sweepers, and other vocational vehicles that serve the community.
BerQ RNG Closes $36 Million Credit Facility with Comerica Bank to Fund Owensboro RNG
BerQ RNG is proud to announce that its subsidiary, Owensboro RNG LLC, has closed a $36 million credit facility with Comerica Bank to support the construction and development of a renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at the West Daviess County Landfill in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Ameresco and Republic Services Enhance Sustainability with New Renewable Natural Gas Facility in Illinois
Ameresco, in partnership with Republic Services, has successfully launched a renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at the Lee County Landfill in Dixon, Illinois, a project that underscores the growing importance of sustainable energy solutions in combating climate change. This facility, the 15th collaborative project between the two companies, represents a pivotal advancement in the conversion of landfill gas into a valuable, low-carbon transportation fuel.
Republic Services Marks Emissions Reduction Milestone in Latest Sustainability Report
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG), a leader in the environmental services industry, today released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting meaningful progress toward its 2030 Safety, Talent, Climate Leadership and Communities goals. Notably, the company achieved a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in 2024 over its 2017 baseline, far exceeding its interim target of a 10% reduction by 2025.
"At Republic Services, we are partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world, driving value for all our stakeholders," said Jon Vander Ark, president and chief executive officer. "Our investments in Sustainability Innovation are transforming plastics circularity and advancing decarbonization solutions for customers and communities. I'm confident about the progress we've made toward our 2030 Sustainability Goals while helping our customers achieve their own goals.
NZ Government Signals Strong Support for Biogas Sector at Industry Forum
New Zealand's Energy Minister Hon Simon Watts has reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to developing a thriving biogas market in New Zealand, calling the renewable energy source a “strategic opportunity” to boost energy security, reduce emissions and support regional development.
Speaking at the Biogas Bridge Forum in Wellington, Watts told delegates from across the energy, waste, agricultural and industrial sectors that biogas would play a central role in New Zealand’s transition to a more secure, affordable and renewable energy future.
EU to Take Action Against Countries for Missed RED III Change Target
The European Commission has decided to open infringement procedures against 26 EU Member States for failing to move the bloc's flagship renewable energy regulation into national law.
The EC has sent letters of formal notice regarding the failure to communicate to the EC the full transpositions of the third version of the Renewable Energy Directive (RED III), which sets out requirements to use renewable energy across industry and transport by 2030.
Irish Govt Approves Renewable Heating Fuel Mandate
The Irish government has approved a bill requiring suppliers of fuel for heating to provide a proportion of renewable energy, with the new blend scheme set to start next year.
The government will now need to legislate on the target levels for the first years of the scheme; those are planned at 1.5% renewable energy in the first year from 2026 to 2027 and 3% in the second phase of the scheme running from 2027 to 2028.
Indian Petroleum Trade Body Wants Biogas Plants at Stations: Reports
The All India Petroleum Dealers Association (AIPDA) has called for the installation of compressed biogas (CBG) plants at service stations across the country to reduce reliance on crude oil imports as demand in the petroleum sector rises, according to local media reports.
Small-scale CBG plants can utilize crop stubble, municipal, and household waste to produce CBG with an investment of about INR 50 million-60 million ($579,000-696,000) per service station, according to AIPDA President Ajay Bansal.