Wicomico County Chooses Waga Energy for RNG Project

Wicomico County has appointed Waga Energy to establish a renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at Newland Park Landfill in Salisbury, Maryland. The plant will use the WAGABOX® technology to convert landfill gas to RNG, producing over 210,000 MMBtu annually. This initiative aligns with environmental regulations on methane emissions.

The facility will process 1,000 scfm of landfill gas, reducing approximately 12,200 tons of CO2 emissions per year. This effort contributes to the circular economy by transforming waste into energy, supporting sustainable energy practices on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Waga Energy's CEO, Guénaël Prince, highlighted the project's significance as part of Maryland's decarbonization goals, emphasizing the role of public-private partnerships in sustainable energy advancements.