OPAL Fuels to Champion RNG at Premier Fleet Technology Expo

WHITE PLAINS, NY – March 26, 2026 – As the commercial transportation industry grapples with volatile fuel costs and mounting pressure to decarbonize, all eyes will turn to Las Vegas this May for the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo. Setting the tone for the clean fuels dialogue will be Adam Comora, Co-CEO of OPAL Fuels, who is slated to deliver the opening keynote for the "Clean Fuels for Commercial Fleets" workshop.

The address, scheduled for May 4, places OPAL Fuels at the forefront of a critical conversation at North America's largest fleet technology conference, an event expected to draw over 12,000 attendees. Comora’s presentation, titled “From Fuel to Fleet: A Vertically Integrated Approach to Renewable Fuels that Drives Fleet Economics, Cost Savings, and Sustainability,” is expected to offer a robust defense of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) as a viable, immediate solution for heavy-duty trucking.

The Surging Momentum of Renewable Natural Gas

While electric and hydrogen technologies often capture headlines, RNG has quietly become a dominant force in the clean fuel transition. It is a pipeline-quality gas produced by capturing and processing methane emissions from organic waste sources like landfills and dairy farms. Because it prevents potent greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere, RNG can achieve a carbon-negative rating, making it one of the most effective decarbonization tools available today.

The market data underscores this momentum. In 2022, RNG constituted 69% of all on-road fuel used in natural gas vehicles, a dramatic increase from just 39% three years prior. This growth is fueled by a convergence of factors: the instability of diesel prices, corporate sustainability mandates, and a supportive, albeit complex, policy environment. Federal programs like the Renewable Fuel Standard and state-level incentives, such as California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard, have created powerful financial drivers for RNG adoption.

“ACT Expo brings together key companies and leaders deploying clean transportation solutions at scale,” said Adam Comora in a statement. He noted that “advances in various technologies, improving fuel economics, and a supportive public policy environment are strengthening the case for RNG and CNG adoption.” His message is clear: these are not future-state solutions but tools “already delivering measurable and sustainable savings for fleets.”

A Blueprint for Integration

Central to Comora’s upcoming presentation will be OPAL Fuels' signature vertically integrated business model. Unlike companies that focus on a single piece of the value chain, OPAL manages the entire lifecycle of its fuel—from production to distribution. The company currently operates approximately 24 biogas projects that capture waste methane and has seven more RNG facilities under construction.

This captured and purified gas is then dispensed through a network of fueling stations, many of which OPAL builds and services for its clients. The company has completed over 350 fueling station projects, creating a comprehensive "waste-to-wheel" ecosystem. This integration allows for greater control over supply, pricing stability, and quality assurance, which are critical selling points for large fleet operators.

This model is not just theoretical. OPAL Fuels has successfully deployed it for major logistics players, including UPS, for whom it has built 50 fueling sites to power a fleet of 6,000 RNG-fueled trucks. The company's recent financial performance, with a 16% year-over-year revenue increase to $349 million in 2025 and a 29% jump in RNG production, reflects the growing market appetite for this integrated approach.

The Business Case for Clean Fleets

For fleet managers and CFOs, the transition to alternative fuels must pass a rigorous cost-benefit analysis. This is where the narrative for RNG becomes particularly compelling. While the initial investment in natural gas vehicles can be higher, the long-term operational savings from a more stable and often cheaper fuel source can be substantial, especially when diesel prices are high.

JoAnne Golden, an organizer of ACT Expo, highlighted that the 2026 agenda is specifically designed to help fleets "evaluate the real business case for clean fuels." OPAL Fuels' keynote is positioned to provide exactly that, using real-world data to demonstrate how fleets can simultaneously hit financial and environmental targets.

The dual benefit is crucial. On one hand, fleets can achieve more predictable fueling budgets, insulating them from the geopolitical and market shocks that affect diesel. On the other hand, they can make significant progress on their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals, a factor of growing importance to investors, customers, and regulators. Comora's talk is expected to be rich with examples of fleets achieving this balance, moving the conversation from theoretical sustainability to practical, profitable implementation.

Navigating the Competitive Road Ahead

Despite its advantages, RNG does not exist in a vacuum. The road to a zero-emission transportation sector is crowded with competing technologies, each with its own set of strengths and weaknesses. Battery-electric trucks are making inroads in short-haul and regional applications, while hydrogen fuel cells promise zero tailpipe emissions and fast refueling for long-haul routes.

Furthermore, the RNG industry itself faces hurdles. High capital costs for production facilities, regulatory complexities surrounding carbon credits, and the need for continued infrastructure expansion are significant challenges. Policy uncertainty, particularly regarding the long-term future of programs like the Renewable Fuel Standard, can also create hesitation for new investments.

However, RNG's key advantage is its immediate availability and scalability for the hard-to-abate heavy-duty sector. It leverages existing engine technology and a vast natural gas pipeline network, allowing for rapid deployment without waiting for a complete overhaul of national energy infrastructure. Comora’s keynote at the ACT Expo is not just a presentation but a strategic positioning of RNG as the essential bridge fuel—and perhaps a permanent solution for certain applications—in the complex journey toward a cleaner transportation future. His address will be a must-watch for any fleet operator charting a course through this evolving landscape.