RNG NEWS
Anaerobic Digestion Seen as Possible Emissions Solution
Research finds agriculture waste could be transformed into biogas and fertilizer using bacteria-based technology.
Canadian farms could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions while generating renewable energy by converting agricultural waste into biogas, a McGill University doctoral student says.
CenterPoint Energy to Invest in Renewable Natural Gas Created from Twin Cities’ Metro Food and Yard Waste
CenterPoint Energy has signed an agreement with Dem-Con HZI Bioenergy, LLC (DCHZI), to purchase renewable natural gas (RNG) created from Twin Cities’ area food and yard waste. This made-in-Minnesota RNG is expected to connect to CenterPoint’s distribution system in Shakopee, Minn. in 2027, and provide customers with renewable energy for their homes and businesses.
Naturgy Connects First Biomethane Plant in Navarre to Gas Grid
Spanish utility Naturgy Energy Group SA (BME: NTGY) announced on Thursday that it has connected the first biomethane plant in Navarre, northern Spain, to its gas distribution network through its subsidiary Nedgia, reports Renewables Now.
Convertus Finalizes Permits for Ontario AD Facility
Canadian organics diversion and processing firm Convertus Group reportedly has received all necessary approvals and permits to start building its new anaerobic digestion (AD) and biofuels facility in the York Region of Ontario.
The company, which has operations in Canada and the United States, says the series of approvals marks a major step forward for "one of Canada’s most exciting green energy projects."
Opal Fuels Q2 2025 Slides: RNG Production Grows 33% Despite EBITDA Decline
Opal Fuels Inc (NASDAQ:OPAL) released its second quarter 2025 earnings presentation on August 8, 2025, revealing mixed results with strong renewable natural gas (RNG) production growth offset by lower profitability. The company’s stock closed at $2.26 on August 7, down 4.24% ahead of the earnings release.
RNG Gains New Momentum in Longhaul Trucking
Range, fuel supply and refueling infrastructure concerns tend to be the biggest bumps in the road for any alternative to a diesel tractor, but recent data and developments indicate at least one emerging technology’s path forward is becoming clearer — renewable natural gas.
And without many of the hurdles that battery-electric trucks face.
Clean Energy Fuels (CLNE): Capitalizing on RNG Growth and Policy Tailwinds in 2025
Clean Energy Fuels has been aggressive in securing RNG supply agreements with municipalities and transit agencies, a move that underscores its focus on high-volume, stable customers. Recent contracts with the Los Angeles Metro, Trinity Metro in Texas, and the City of El Paso are expected to deliver over 20 million gallons of RNG annually. These partnerships not only diversify CLNE's customer base but also align with the growing demand for decarbonization in public transportation.
Montauk, Biogas Tech Startup Partner for Flared Gas Methanol JV
Emvolon, an MIT spin-off that converts greenhouse gas emissions into carbon-negative fuels and chemicals, and Montauk Renewables, Inc. (NASDAQ:MNTK), a renewable energy company specializing in the management, recovery and conversion of biogas, today announced a joint venture to develop multiple biogas-to-green methanol projects. Following a successful field demonstration project, Emvolon and Montauk plan to deploy a portfolio of biogas-based sites with an aggregate annual production capacity of up to 50,000 metric tons of green methanol by 2030 and beginning with the Atascocita Humble Renewable Energy (HRE) facility in Humble, Texas.
GFL Environmental Inc. Announces Agreement to Recapitalize Green Infrastructure Partners at an Enterprise Value of $4.25 Billion with Investment from Energy Capital Partners
GFL Environmental Inc. (NYSE: GFL) (TSX: GFL) ("GFL" or the "Company") today announced that Green Infrastructure Partners ("GIP") has entered into a definitive agreement with funds managed by Energy Capital Partners, LLC ("ECP") to recapitalize its business at an enterprise value of $4.25 billion. GIP is a leading vertically integrated infrastructure company established in 2022 by GFL, funds managed by HPS Investment Partners Inc. ("HPS Investment Partners" or "HPS") and Patrick Dovigi.
Norway Scientists Use Microbes to Make Biomethane from CO2 with 96% Purity
Scientists at the Norwegian Institute of BIOeconomy Research (NIBIO) have turned to biofilms to turn carbon-based gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and carbon monoxide (CO) into biomethane, a green and sustainable alternative to natural gas.
These biofilm-based processes can produce biomethane with 96 percent purity, an organizational press release said.