CEM attends ribbon cutting for monumental EPC Project at Alliance Dairies in Florida

Vivek Chandavarkar, P. Eng., DGCP, PMP. Senior Project Manager (Left)
Pascal Robichaud, P. Eng., Director of Cogeneration (Right)

The future of sustainable energy in Florida took a significant leap forward with the recent ribbon cutting event at Alliance Dairies in Trenton, near Gainesville. This momentous occasion marked the completion of a state-of-the-art Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facility, a collaborative effort between CEM Engineering and Peoples Gas. The project aims to harness the potential of biogas produced from organic waste, revolutionizing the way we generate clean and renewable energy.

CEM Engineering, partnered with Peoples Gas, Florida’s largest natural gas distribution utility, to engineer, procure equipment, and construct the RNG facility. This forward-thinking initiative is set to make a significant impact in the region’s renewable energy sector. The newly unveiled RNG facility is expected to generate an impressive 105,000 MMBtu of RNG annually, equivalent to powering approximately 4,400 homes for a year. This breakthrough technology will utilize waste produced by approximately 9,000 cows at Alliance Dairies, capturing it and transforming it into pipeline-quality natural gas. By doing so, harmful methane emissions that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere are effectively curbed, contributing to improved air quality and reduced greenhouse gas effects.

The ribbon cutting event at Alliance Dairies marks a significant milestone in the quest for sustainable energy solutions. The partnership between CEM, TECO Peoples Gas, GraniteFuel, Magnolia River and Stolk Construction has brought forth a cutting-edge RNG facility that harnesses the power of organic waste to generate clean and renewable natural gas. By capturing and cleaning methane emissions that would otherwise contribute to climate change, this project showcases the tremendous potential of renewable natural gas as a reliable and eco-friendly energy source.
 

CEM takes great pride in its contribution to the Alliance Dairies RNG facility and the broader global energy transition. By spearheading innovative projects like this one, CEM actively supports the world in meeting its climate objectives. Each endeavor brings us closer to a sustainable future, where renewable energy sources play a crucial role in curbing carbon emissions and preserving our planet for future generations. Through initiatives like these, we can shape a brighter and greener future and continue our mission of “Building A More Functional World”.

 

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