Renewable Energy

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established regulations and guidelines for the management and control of landfill gas (LFG) emissions, including requirements for LFG flaring. The specific requirements can vary depending on the size and type of the landfill, as well as the local regulatory framework. Under the EPA's regulations, all landfills that generate LFG are required to install a gas collection and control system (GCCS) to capture and control the gas emissions. The GCCS typically includes a network of pipes and wells to collect the gas, as well as a blower or vacuum system to transport the gas to a central point for treatment or flaring. For landfills that flare LFG, the EPA has established specific requirements to ensure that the flaring is done safely and effectively. These requirements include: Minimum Destruction Efficiency (MDE): The MDE is the percentage of methane in the LFG that must be destroyed by the flare. The EPA requires a minimum MDE of 98% fo