GreenGasUSA and Pilgrim’s Pride Launch RNG Project in South Carolina
Slice of Agriculture Team
01/31/2025
Key Highlights:
- GreenGasUSA and Pilgrim’s Pride have launched a renewable natural gas (RNG) project in Sumter, South Carolina.
- The project upgrades biogas from wastewater streams into pipeline-quality RNG.
- Expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve local air and water quality.
- The first operational site under a strategic partnership between the two companies for circular economy solutions.
- GreenGasUSA and Pilgrim’s Pride (JBS) are developing additional RNG projects across the U.S.
Source: Direct
Quotes
“ "This project represents another significant win for South Carolina agriculture, industry, and our environment. It is a demonstration of industries coming together and leading our collective journey into a lower-carbon future while creating economic and environmental benefits for our communities. The renewable energy produced at this project is enough to power the homes of half of the entire workforce working at the Pilgrim's Sumter plant, and is produced from what, until recently, was simply a waste stream." ”
Marc Fetten, CEO & Founder at GreenGasUSA
Why This Matters:
This partnership between GreenGasUSA and Pilgrim’s Pride marks a significant step in advancing renewable energy and sustainability in agriculture and food production. By repurposing waste into pipeline-quality renewable natural gas (RNG), the project helps reduce emissions, improve wastewater management, and enhance local air and water quality. This initiative sets a precedent for future circular economy solutions in food processing and industrial sectors, reinforcing South Carolina’s role as a leader in renewable energy innovation.
