LF Bioenergy Expands Renewable Natural Gas Project Footprint, Bringing its Cumulative Environmental Benefits Equivalent to Reducing 60 Million Gasoline Miles

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LF Bioenergy announced the expansion of its renewable natural gas (RNG) project footprint with four operating facilities and two under construction across the U.S. The operational projects have achieved environmental benefits equivalent to reducing 60 million gasoline miles. The company aims to reach 15 operational RNG projects by 2027.

The company's RNG projects provide farmers with diversified revenue streams while eliminating manure disposal needs, improving soil and water quality, reducing odors, and cutting greenhouse gas emissions. Their business model requires no upfront farmer investment. The projects capture methane, which has a global warming potential 28 times greater than carbon dioxide, according to the EPA. The company recently added a new Commercial Vice President to strengthen its executive team.

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• Expansion to 4 operating facilities and 2 under construction
• Environmental impact equivalent to reducing 60 million gasoline miles
• Clear growth trajectory with target of 15 operational projects by 2027
• No upfront investment required from farmers, reducing partnership barriers

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Environmental Technology Analyst

The expansion of LF Bioenergy's RNG project footprint represents a significant development in the renewable energy sector. With four operational facilities and two under construction, their methane capture technology is delivering measurable environmental impact, equivalent to eliminating 60 million gasoline miles. Their target of 15 operational RNG projects by 2027 shows ambitious but achievable scaling plans. The technology offers a dual benefit: addressing the critical issue of methane emissions (28x more potent than CO2 as a greenhouse gas) while creating a valuable renewable energy source. This positions the company well in the growing RNG market, particularly as regulations around methane emissions tighten. The farmer-centric business model, requiring no upfront investment from agricultural partners, should facilitate faster adoption and market penetration.

Agricultural Business Analyst

The business model presents a compelling value proposition for dairy farmers who are struggling with rising operational costs. By providing a diversified revenue stream through RNG production while simultaneously addressing manure management challenges, LF Bioenergy offers a solution that improves both farm economics and environmental compliance. The no-upfront-investment approach removes a significant barrier to adoption, particularly important given current agricultural cost pressures. The additional benefits of reduced fertilizer costs, improved soil quality and better odor management further strengthen the economic case. This comprehensive solution could drive strong farmer adoption rates, especially as environmental regulations become more stringent.

Aiming for 15 RNG projects to be operational by 2027, the organization also adds a VP of Commercial to its executive leadership team

DALLAS, Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LF Bioenergy, a renewable natural gas (RNG) company that partners with farmers to produce energy from methane capture, today announced the expansion of its RNG project footprint with four operating facilities and two under construction across the U.S. The operational RNG projects result in a cumulative environmental benefit equal to reducing 60 million gasoline miles.

Farmers face increasing pressure from rising prices on everything from bedding to feed. RNG projects under LF Bionergy's approach provide a diversified revenue stream for farmers while also eliminating the need to dispose of cow manure, improving and optimizing their soil and water quality, reducing odors, saving money on fertilizer and bedding and reducing greenhouse gas emissions for the natural gas pipeline.

"We attribute our success to our farmers-first values and each farm partnership is a testament to that, as we reach 15 operational RNG projects by 2027 and beyond," said CEO Brent Lilienthal. "We have a robust and unmatched operational process, and at the core of every project is our respect for and relationship with the farmers. We founded the company with that in mind and created a model that doesn't require farmer investment up front because we want to demonstrate that their business and its success is our top priority."

RNG projects capture and recover methane, a greenhouse gas with a global warming potential at least 28 times greater than carbon dioxide, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). RNG projects can reduce methane emissions significantly and can be injected into the natural gas pipeline for use in thermal applications, electricity generation and more. LF Bioenergy's facilities contribute to the U.S. Dairy Net Zero Initiative.

LF Bioenergy also welcomed a new Commercial Vice President earlier this year to round out its executive leadership team with experience in U.S. dairy and agriculture, engineering, construction and operations.

 "We're hiring with our ethos in mind," said Lilienthal. "Our team brings deep experience spanning U.S. dairy and agricultural, operational safety, energy, utilities and more. Relationships and collaboration are key to LF Bioenergy's success and we're eager to continue fueling our business with that thinking."

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About LF Bioenergy (www.lfbioenergy.com)
LF Bioenergy is an emerging leader in the development, construction and operation of renewable natural gas (RNG) production facilities on U.S. dairy farms. With a management team that combines leadership experience from the U.S. dairy, energy and agriculture industries and financial backing from Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:MPC) and Cresta Fund Management, LF Bioenergy partners with dairy farmers to ensure each project positively impacts the farm's sustainability goals, operations and financial success.

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FAQ

What is LF Bioenergy's current RNG facility count and 2027 target?

LF Bioenergy currently operates 4 facilities with 2 under construction, and aims to reach 15 operational RNG projects by 2027.

How many gasoline miles equivalent has LF Bioenergy's RNG projects reduced?

LF Bioenergy's operational RNG projects have achieved environmental benefits equivalent to reducing 60 million gasoline miles.

What are the financial benefits for farmers partnering with LF Bioenergy?

Farmers receive diversified revenue streams without upfront investment, plus savings on fertilizer and bedding costs, while eliminating manure disposal expenses.

How much more potent is methane compared to CO2 according to EPA?

According to the EPA, methane has a global warming potential at least 28 times greater than carbon dioxide.

What environmental benefits do LF Bioenergy's RNG projects provide?

The projects reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil and water quality, reduce odors, and capture methane for renewable natural gas production.