Casella Waste Systems and Waga Energy Launch Large-Scale RNG Facility at Hyland Landfill
Event summary
- Casella Waste Systems and Waga Energy have started operations at a new RNG facility at the Hyland Landfill in Angelica, New York.
- The facility uses Waga Energy's WAGABOX® technology to produce up to 610,000 MMBtu (180 GWh) of renewable gas annually.
- This is the second of three RNG projects developed by Casella and Waga Energy to enter operation, following the Chemung County facility.
- Waga Energy funded the construction and will own and operate the facility for 20 years, with revenue shared between the two companies.
The big picture
This project underscores Casella's strategic shift towards resource recovery and waste-to-energy solutions. The partnership with Waga Energy highlights a broader industry trend of leveraging advanced technologies to convert landfill gas into renewable energy sources. With the facility qualifying for U.S. Inflation Reduction Act incentives, it positions both companies to capitalize on growing demand for sustainable energy alternatives.
What we're watching
- Execution Risk
- Whether Casella and Waga Energy can maintain their project development timeline for the remaining RNG facilities.
- Regulatory Headwinds
- How potential regulatory changes could impact the operations and financial benefits of the RNG facilities.
- Market Dynamics
- The pace at which renewable natural gas adoption will grow in the Eastern United States, affecting revenue streams.