Iowa's First Biomethane Facility Opens, Turning Landfill Gas into Renewable Energy
A new biomethane facility has opened in Iowa, US, with an annual capacity of over 205,000 MMBtu, equivalent to 60 GWh. This facility converts methane from the Scott Area Landfill into a usable energy resource.
The facility, a collaboration between Waste Commission of Scott County, Linwood Mining & Minerals, and Waga Energy, uses Waga Energy's technology to upgrade landfill gas into pipeline-ready biomethane. This biomethane is then injected directly into the MidAmerican Energy pipeline.
Iowa's substantial biomethane potential, driven by its livestock manure, food waste, and prairie biomass, makes this project a significant step towards waste management. Bryce Stalcup, Executive Director of Waste Commission of Scott County, highlighted the project's benefits, stating it provides sustainable waste management and recycling.
The newly opened biomethane facility in Iowa demonstrates a successful collaboration between local entities and technology providers. By converting landfill methane into usable energy, it contributes to both waste management and renewable energy goals.
