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Stay up to date with the latest stories, insights, and announcements.Op-Ed: Why the US Needs to Invest in Renewable Natural Gas
The Iran war has roiled energy markets and made a strong case for boosting domestic renewable energy as a buffer against fossil fuel volatility.
With shipping through the Strait of Hormuz halted, other routes threatened, and oil and fertiliser prices surging, renewables are more attractive — though not everywhere. Electric vehicle and heat pump sales are up in Europe, but in the US and Canada, the war’s disruptions have increased fossil fuel production.
Yet, for less than the cost of the war, the US could expand its renewable energy and fertiliser production to more than it previously imported through the Strait. This is well worth doing. Carbon-intensive fossil fuels are untenable for energy security and the climate, and clean energy is by far the better investment.
Audrey Zibelman Appointed Chair of NYSERDA Board
Governor Kathy Hochul announced her appointment of Audrey Zibelman as Chair of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Board of Directors. Ms. Zibelman’s appointment was confirmed by the New York State Senate on June 4, 2026.
“I am pleased to appoint Audrey Zibelman, a world-renowned energy expert, as NYSERDA Board Chair, a selection that will continue the State’s strong leadership in the clean energy transition,” said Governor Hochul. “Audrey’s familiarity with New York’s energy system, its policies, and her previous contributions as chair of the New York State Public Service Commission, make her the ideal person to provide the guidance we need to continue to pursue an all-of-the-above energy approach that serves all New Yorkers.”
Waga Energy Commissions Eighth US RNG Unit in Indiana
Waga Energy and Decatur Hills Landfill in Greensburg, Indiana have commissioned a new Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production unit using Waga's patented WAGABOX® cryogenic purification technology. The facility represents Waga's eighth operational RNG unit in the United States.
Divert, US Cold Storage Convert 2.5M Pounds of Unsold Food into Energy and Fertilizer, Advancing Sustainability Goals for Food and Beverage Brands
Divert, Inc., a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted, today announced that its partnership with United States Cold Storage (US Cold), the premier provider of refrigerated warehousing and logistics, processed more than 2.5 million pounds of unsold food and beverage products from seven California facilities in its first 15 months. The material was transformed into renewable energy and fertilizer instead of going to landfill.
SWANA Leadership Update
SWANA has announced Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director Amy Lestition Burke’s upcoming departure as Executive Director of the SWANA. Amy joined SWANA in November of 2023, and during those three years, Amy has been a change agent for SWANA, leading the organization through a period of transition and helping to rebuild the membership into a connected, engaged community. Under her leadership, SWANA successfully launched RCon®, its new flagship conference and a first-of-its-kind event built by and for members, while she traveled extensively to chapters across North America to stand alongside members and champion the vital work of the solid waste and resource management industry.
TUI Cruises Scales Liquefied Biomethane Deployment Across European Fleet
German cruise operator TUI Cruises is expanding liquefied biomethane (LBM) use across its dual-fuel fleet, with two vessels now operating entirely or substantially on the renewable fuel across European itineraries.
Ireland Connects First Biomethane Plant to Gas Network
Bia Energy’s €90m renewable biomethane gas facility in Huntstown, Co. Dublin has become the first plant in Ireland to connect to the national gas network.
The plant is using short-dated and surplus packaged food from the retail and hospitality sectors, as well materials from agriculture and food production and converting these organic items into renewable biomethane.
ISCC is Now Applicable Under the Low Carbon Fuel Standard framework
ISCC announced that ISCC EU is now applicable as an eligible certification scheme under California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), administered by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). This marks an important development for companies participating in North American low-carbon fuel and biomass supply chains.
Viridi Breaks Ground on Lincoln Renewable Natural Gas Facility
Viridi Energy has begun construction on a renewable natural gas facility at Lincoln's Bluff Road Landfill that will convert landfill methane into pipeline-quality RNG for the Black Hills Energy distribution system.
Certarus Launches Mobile CNG Fleet Fueling™, Expands Industry-Leading Platform with New Houston Hub and Multi-Year Fleet Award
Certarus, the mobile gas solutions leader and a wholly owned subsidiary of Superior Plus Corp. (TSX: SPB), today announced the launch of Certarus Mobile CNG Fleet Fueling™, a fully managed service that delivers compressed natural gas (CNG) and renewable natural gas (RNG) directly to fleet customer locations, along with the commissioning of a new CNG supply hub in Houston, Texas, and an inaugural multi-year fleet fueling award.
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