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Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) 101

Renewable Natural Gas (referred to as RNG or biomethane) is a renewable fuel option made by capturing and refining the methane-rich biogases emitted from decomposing organic materials like food scraps, animal manure, and sewage sludge.

Renewable Natural Gas (RNG): An Energy Vision Primer

Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), also known as biomethane, is a proven, commercial, yet underdeveloped ultra-low or no-carbon energy option that can displace fossil fuels, including diesel.

The Potential for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) in New York

Building a New York RNG industry to produce fuel for heavy-duty fleets is one of the best strategies available for reducing imports, increasing the use of renewables in transportation, combatting climate change and creating local jobs.

The Power of Waste: Renewable Natural Gas for California

RNG produced from California’s organic waste feedstocks – a huge resource – could supply up to 20 percent of California's natural gas demand, or almost 300 billion cubic feet per year.

The Potential for Renewable Natural Gas in Ontario

Ontario outlined its intent to introduce a renewable natural gas content requirement for gas utilities, a goal iterated in its 2017 “Long Term Energy Plan.”

The Power of Waste: Renewable Natural Gas for Colorado

Colorado has already shown the environmental commitment, and it has the resources to become a leader in the production and use of renewable natural gas.

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