The renewable natural gas (RNG) market is accelerating, turning waste into opportunity and redefining sustainable energy. From landfills and farms to wastewater plants, RNG projects are converting untapped resources into clean, profitable fuel.
But getting from idea to operation takes more than ambition—it takes an experienced Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partner that can deliver results.
What Is RNG EPC?
EPC stands for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction—a turnkey model that manages every phase of your project, from design and equipment sourcing to construction and commissioning.
With the right EPC partner, your project stays:
· Efficient
· Compliant
· Built to perform for decades
4 Steps to RNG Project Success
Step 1. Feasibility First: Know Before You Grow
Every successful RNG project starts with understanding the conditions and profiles of the site, including:
· Feedstock quality and gas potential
· Permitting and regulatory needs
· Capital costs and ROI
· Market value of RNG
As Stark Tech’s, Kyle Snyder, an RNG Coalition member and 15-year industry veteran, puts it:
“Every dollar you spend before the project—learning about your gas, your site, your feedstock—pays off tenfold once you break ground.”
Years ago, Kyle’s presentation “Common Attributes That Help Projects Get to the Finish Line” highlighted what still matters most today: do the prework, and success follows.
Step 2. Engineering That Delivers
Smart design drives lasting performance. Early equipment choices, like adding an NRU or DeOxo unit, can define project viability. It starts with: :
· Choosing the right digestion and upgrading technology
· Optimizing layout for safety and flow
· Planning seamless integration with existing systems
“Scale matters,” Kyle notes. “Your prework helps determine whether 1,200 SCFM of landfill gas—with or without control of the landfill—is truly feasible.”
3. Procurement, Construction & Commissioning
Strong supply chains and trusted partners build strong projects. It starts with sourcing proven equipment, managing timelines closely, and upholding ISO-compliant quality through every phase—engineering, construction, and start-up.
“Execution matters, and precision ensures your facility meets all compliance, safety, and performance standards,” according to Snyder.
4. Operations & Maintenance: Keep It Running Strong
RNG success doesn’t stop at commissioning. Data-driven maintenance keeps production high and downtime low.
Operators need to plan for long-term reliability through:
· Staff training
· Preventive maintenance
· Performance monitoring
Expert Insights from Kyle Snyder
With over 50 RNG projects nationwide, Kyle Snyder has seen what makes developments thrive:
“We’re seeing smaller landfill projects—1000 SCFM or less—become viable as technology improves. But the key is still in the prework and having a trusted consultant.”
His best advice:
“Spend the money up front. Work with partners you trust. And if a project looks like a no-go in five out of five categories—walk away. Smart selectivity saves time, money, and momentum.”
Build Your RNG Success Story
Whether you’re developing your first facility or scaling an existing one, Stark Tech helps you navigate every step—from feasibility and design to commissioning and optimization.
Let’s turn your RNG vision into a sustainable success.
Contact our team today to start your next project with confidence.
