Case Study: Renewable Natural Gas from Landfills Can Reduce Fuel Costs and Increase Independence

For over a decade, Seneca Landfill has been at the heart of Vogel Holding’s efforts to turn waste into renewable energy. By capturing methane from decomposing organic matter, Seneca Landfill processes the gas into renewable natural gas (RNG) that powers the company’s fleet of over 150 natural gas vehicles. This closed-loop system not only lowers fuel costs by replacing diesel but also reduces emissions, contributing to cleaner local air and a more sustainable energy future.

Through an extensive network of wells, pipes, and processing systems, Seneca Landfill produces more than 525 million cubic feet of RNG annually—enough to fuel all of Vogel’s vehicles and supply excess gas to regional fueling stations. As General Manager David Smith explains, “What we collect today in garbage helps fuel us tomorrow.” By treating waste as a resource, Seneca Landfill has become more than a disposal site—it is a renewable energy facility that demonstrates how innovation in waste management can create real environmental and economic benefits. Read the full case study here.