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Stay up to date with the latest stories, insights, and announcements.CPUC Conditionally Approves RNG Procurement Contract from Anaergia’s SoCal Biomethane Facility
This positions Anaergia at the forefront of California’s decarbonization strategy and effort to scale renewable natural gas produced from organic waste. California SB 1383 targeted a dramatic reduction in organic waste, and SB 1440 now establishes a requirement on California’s Investor-Owned Utilities (IOU) to procure RNG derived from landfill-diverted organic waste at a scale equivalent to approximately 55 facilities the size of SoCal Biomethane by 2035.
New Mexico Clean Transportation Fuel Program: New Market Opportunity for Biofuels
On Jan. 22, the New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board unanimously approved a slightly revised version of the Clean Transportation Fuel Program regulations proposed by the New Mexico Environment Department. The newly approved program mandates the fastest carbon intensity reduction in the U.S.: 20% by 2030, starting in April. New Mexico is the first state outside of the Pacific Coast Collaborative to adopt a clean fuels program, and the first major oil- and gas-producing state to adopt a program.
What Final 2026–2027 RFS Volumes Mean for RNG Renewable Diesel, SAF, and Ethanol Producers
On March 26, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its final rule establishing renewable volume obligations (RVOs) under the renewable fuel standard (RFS) for 2026 and 2027, finalizing higher volumes than proposed in June 2025 despite rising consumer fuel prices stemming from the Iran war. The RFS program creates a critical source of demand for clean fuel producers by requiring refiners to either blend physical volumes of biofuel or purchase associated credits, called renewable identification numbers (RINs), based on a percentage of their gasoline and diesel throughput.
Fidem Energy Partners with Japanese Company, Sojitz Corporation
FIDEM Energy LLC (“FIDEM”), a developer of biogas‑to‑energy projects, today announced a strategic partnership with Japan-based Sojitz Corporation to advance U.S. renewable natural gas (“RNG”) production.
RNG Coalition Responds to RFS SET 2.0 Final Rule
RNG Coalition today recognizes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) issuance of a final rule setting applicable volumes for 2026 and 2027 under the federal Renewable Fuel Standard, highlighted by higher cellulosic biofuel volumes compared to those contemplated under the proposed rule.
“The final rule is certainly an improvement over the agency’s Set 2 proposal,” RNG Coalition Founder & CEO Johannes Escudero said today. “The RNG Coalition will continue to urge EPA to administer a growth-oriented program as envisioned by Congress.”
EnviTec Biogas Pans Amended German Renewable Gas Laws
EnviTec Biogas has warned that recently-approved draft amendments to renewable gas laws in Germany will stifle the development of the national biomethane sector in the years ahead.
NextEra Secures Land in Texas for Giant Gas Plant To Power Data Centers, CEO Says
NextEra Energy has secured land in Texas for a gas-fired plant to power a large data center campus backed by a U.S.-Japan agreement, the company’s CEO said on Monday.
The power provider announced last week that the administration of President Donald Trump approved the development of two large gas plants, totaling about 10 gigawatts, in Texas and Pennsylvania to help meet the surging electricity needs of data centers.
RNG in Canada Webinar
See here for a special recording of a March 24, 2026, webinar featuring RNG COALITION’s Alex Ripley for a deep-dive on Canada’ CFR, carbon pricing scheme and other provincial clean fuels catalysts in Canada.
Rep. Mike Thompson Applauds Napa Renewable Natural Gas Project Powered by Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credits
Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04) applauded the City of Napa’s new anaerobic digestion system, a transformative clean energy project that will convert organic waste into renewable natural gas to power the city’s garbage and recycling trucks. The project is utilizing federal clean energy tax incentives secured by Congressman Thompson under the Inflation Reduction Act, including the 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and an additional 10% Domestic Content Bonus Credit.
Washington Agency Taking Comments on Proposed Dairy RNG Plant
The Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency in Washington is taking comments on a proposed renewable natural gas facility.
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