Illinois Gov.JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) have selected NewCarbon to receive funding to advance the development of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects at three wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in DuPage County.Our projects will capture methane gas generated by anaerobic digesters at the WWTPs, clean and upgrade it into pipeline-quality RNG, and inject it into a nearby natural gas pipeline, allowing it to be distributed and used just like conventional natural gas while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and turning waste into a valuable, locally produced energy resource.NewCarbon has teamed up with DuPage County, Glenbard Wastewater Authority, and Wheaton Sanitary District, whose WWTPs are either in or serve Equity Investment Eligible Communities (EIECs), to develop the RNG projects. Through Governor Pritzker’s landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), Illinois is taking a leading role in equitably growing the clean energy workforce by supporting renewable energy projects in historically underserved communities. Our projects demonstrate how CEJA is driving meaningful progress – creating jobs, strengthening energy independence through locally produced clean fuels, and fostering healthier, more resilient communities.“As a DuPage County resident and founder of a DuPage-based company, I’m incredibly proud that NewCarbon has been selected for this transformative opportunity,” said Omar Khayum, CEO of NewCarbon. “As the only clean energy infrastructure company delivering lifecycle carbon intensity reduction for industrial, agricultural, and municipal organizations in the Midwest, we’re proving that climate innovation can start locally and scale regionally – creating jobs, cutting emissions, and building a more resilient energy future right here in our own backyard.”“DuPage County is committed to advancing sustainability, and this collaboration with NewCarbon exemplifies that mission. These projects will reduce emissions, support workforce development, and bring tangible benefits to DuPage County. We’re proud to support this local innovation,” said Nick Kottmeyer, DuPage County Chief Administrative Officer.“Working with NewCarbon allows us to explore a forward-thinking solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from our facility. This project aligns with our long-term goals of environmental stewardship and operational efficiency, and we’re excited to see how it can benefit the communities we serve,” said Matt Streicher, Executive Director of Glenbard Wastewater Authority.“This initiative is a win for both the environment and our residents. By capturing and upgrading biogas into renewable natural gas, we’re not only reducing emissions but also creating a new revenue stream that can help stabilize utility costs. We’re proud to be part of this effort,” said Matt Larson, Executive Director of Wheaton Sanitary District.Read the full announcement from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker here:<a href="https://gov.illinois.gov/news/press-release.31380.html">Governor Pritzker Awards 27 Equitable Energy Future Grants</a>&nbsp;

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Illinois Gov.JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity have selected NewCarbon to receive funding to advance the development of RNG projects at three wastewater treatment plants in DuPage County.

Illinois governor selects NewCarbon to receive funding to help decarbonize DuPage County

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