Columbus Power Producers project made possible via partnership with LS Power and support from local government
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 10, 2026, the Landfill Group, in partnership with LS Power, commenced operation of a project collecting and upgrading landfill gas into pipeline quality renewable natural gas (RNG) at the Pine Grove Landfill in Columbus, Georgia. The Columbus Power Producers (CPP) project marks a historic milestone as the first renewable natural gas (RNG) facility in Columbus, Georgia, transforming landfill gas into a valuable, renewable energy resource. A ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the start of commercial operations will be held on Thursday, November 12th.
Michael Curran, Development Manager of Landfill Group, said, "We are proud to bring this important project online and grateful for the strong partnerships that helped make it possible. In particular, the Columbus Consolidated Government, and especially the Public Works Department, demonstrated tremendous flexibility, collaboration and leadership throughout the development and construction of the project. Liberty Utilities likewise brought a strong commitment to partnership and problem-solving that helped us navigate the unique challenges of bringing a new renewable natural gas facility online. Their shared values and willingness to work collaboratively with our team were instrumental in delivering a successful project for Columbus and the surrounding community. We are proud of what we accomplished together and look forward to building on these relationships as we continue to advance renewable energy projects."
Landfill gas, a natural byproduct of the decomposition process of waste, is collected at the Pine Grove Landfill. The landfill gas is then processed at the facility and upgraded to RNG which is then injected into the local natural gas system, which is owned and operated by Liberty Utilities (Peach State Natural Gas) Corp.
According to the EPA, the environmental benefits associated with this project at full build out will be equivalent to reducing CO2 emissions of more than 21,159,896 gallons of gasoline each year.
"We're incredibly proud of our team for executing another successful project — every build brings its own challenges, and it's our team's ability to work through them that makes the difference," said William Brinker, Managing Director of Landfill Group. "We're grateful for the collaboration of our partners at LS Power, the Columbus Consolidated Government, Liberty Utilities Georgia, and Mercuria in bringing this project to life. Just as importantly, this project reflects our discipline in making small scale RNG facilities commercially viable by staying mindful of our capital budget and output capability, we're confident it will deliver a solid return over the life of the asset."
Drale Short, Director of Public Works for the City of Columbus, Georgia said, "The commercial operation of this renewable natural gas facility represents an important milestone in Columbus' ongoing commitment to responsible landfill management and environmental stewardship. By transforming landfill gas into renewable natural gas, we are reducing emissions, improving the long-term sustainability of our landfill operations, and creating a valuable energy resource from material that would otherwise be wasted. This investment reflects our dedication to innovative solutions that benefit both our community and the environment for generations to come."
Liberty Utilities Georgia is an indirect subsidiary of Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. and part of its Regulated Services Group that primarily operates water, electric, and gas companies in the United States, Canada, Bermuda, and Chile. Liberty Utilities Georgia is a local distribution company that operates in the Columbus and Gainesville areas, providing natural gas to more than 61,000 customers.
"At Liberty, our responsibility is to provide safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to the customers and communities we serve," said Carolyn Bermudez, President, Liberty Utilities Georgia, "and we also believe in creating strong and meaningful collaborations with the communities we serve. This project is a prime example. Not only does it allow us to diversify our gas portfolio, strengthening the resilience of our system, but it also reduces carbon emissions by capturing, cleaning, and putting naturally occurring gases from our communities to work for our communities while allowing us to purchase gas at a lower cost to the benefit of our customers. It's truly a win for all."
The Landfill Group Partnership with LS Power
The Landfill Group works in partnership with LS Power, a development, investment and operating company focused on the power and energy infrastructure sectors, to jointly develop landfill gas-to-renewable natural gas projects throughout the U.S.
About Enerdyne Power Systems and the Landfill Group
Founded in 1991 under the name Enerdyne Power Systems, the Landfill Group is solely focused on the development of projects which convert biogas to renewable energy and consists of four operating entities: Enerdyne Power Systems, Advance One Development (A1), Advanced Biogas Systems (ABS) and JADE Biogas Engineering. Advanced One specializes in the construction of landfill gas collection infrastructure while ABS manufactures biogas treatment equipment. JADE provides comprehensive engineering services to the biogas industry. By combining operations, engineering, construction and manufacturing, the Landfill Group provides a fully integrated approach to producing renewable energy from a biogas source. Having been instrumental in the development of over 60 biogas to energy projects, Enerdyne and its family of companies have established a strong reputation as an industry leader since their inception, with extensive experience delivering successful landfill gas projects.
About LS Power
Founded in 1990, LS Power is a premier development, investment, and operating company focused on the North American power and energy infrastructure sector, with leading platforms across generation, transmission, and energy expansion solutions. Since inception, LS Power has developed or acquired more than 50,000 MW of power generation, including utility-scale solar, wind, hydro, battery energy storage, and natural gas-fired facilities. Through its transmission business, LS Power Grid, the company operates 7 transmission utilities and has built 780+ miles of high-voltage transmission, with another 400+ miles currently in construction or development. Over the years and across its investment partnerships, projects, and businesses, LS Power has raised more than $95 billion in debt and equity capital to support North American infrastructure. For information, please visit www.lspower.com.
About the Columbus Consolidated Government Integrated Waste Division
The Integrated Waste Division of Columbus Consolidated Government provides comprehensive waste collection services, including weekly household garbage, recycling, yard waste, and bulk item pickup, with a focus on responsive customer service. The division also operates waste disposal facilities that safely manage municipal, construction, and inert waste while protecting public health and the environment and supporting the recycling of materials such as metal and tires. Through its Recycling & Sustainability Center, the division promotes environmental stewardship by encouraging waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and community engagement.
About Liberty Utilities
Liberty Utilities is committed to providing safe and reliable natural gas, water, and electricity distribution services to over one million customer connections. Liberty Utilities' utility operations are primarily located in the United States with distribution operations including Arizona, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Oklahoma and Texas, as well as operations in Bermuda, Chile, and New Brunswick, Canada. For more information, please visit www.libertyenergyandwater.com.
Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Information
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