Key Takeaways
- A new unit at Decatur Hills Landfill will convert landfill gas into renewable natural gas (RNG) for the local gas grid.
- The project, using Waga Energy’s Wagabox technology, can produce 203,000 MMBtu of RNG annually, reducing CO₂ emissions by over 15,800 metric tons per year.
- This marks Waga Energy’s eighth operational unit in the U.S., highlighting a commitment to sustainable landfill gas solutions.
Landfill Gas Transformation into Renewable Energy
A new facility at Decatur Hills Landfill aims to transform landfill gas into clean and renewable energy. The project will inject the upgraded gas, produced using Waga Energy’s Wagabox technology, directly into the local gas grid. Waga Energy is responsible for the financing, construction, and operation of the unit for a minimum of 20 years while selling the resulting renewable natural gas (RNG).
Guénaël Prince, CEO of Waga Energy Inc., expressed pride in this partnership with Decatur Hills Landfill, emphasizing their commitment and rigorous approach to the project’s success. Previously flared gas from the landfill will now serve the community as a local energy resource.
The facility is designed to process up to 1,000 standard cubic feet per minute (scfm) of raw biogas, producing an estimated 203,000 MMBtu (60 GWh) of RNG annually at full operational capacity. This is facilitated by a 3-kilometer connection to the local gas grid, which was financed collectively by Waga Energy and Decatur Hills Landfill.
The environmental impact of this initiative is significant. By replacing fossil natural gas, the unit can prevent over 15,800 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions each year. According to Curt Publow, Environmental Compliance Manager, there was a long search for the right partner to establish this clean energy project, and Waga Energy’s innovative solutions are viewed as a solution for integrating landfill gas into the energy grid sustainably.
Renewable natural gas, as produced by this facility, has diverse applications, replacing fossil fuels in transportation, industrial, and heating sectors. The Wagabox technology, which took 15 years to develop, enhances energy production at landfill sites, generating high-quality RNG compatible with existing natural gas distribution networks.
Jessica Routley, CEO of Best Way Disposal, highlighted the family’s long-standing commitment to responsible landfill operations and continuous investment in improved solutions. The partnership with Waga Energy aims to convert landfill gas into a valuable renewable energy resource, providing lasting benefits to local communities.
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