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Aemetis Biogas Signs $27 Million Agreement with Centuri to Build Gas Cleanup Systems for 15 Dairy Digesters
Prism Media Wireยท2025-05-13 11:58

Core Viewpoint - Aemetis, Inc. has signed a $27 million agreement with Centuri Holdings to construct biogas cleanup systems for 15 dairy digesters, which will enhance the production of renewable natural gas (RNG) from dairy waste [2][3]. Group 1: Agreement and Impact - The agreement with Centuri will facilitate the rapid scaling of dairy digesters, enabling Aemetis Biogas to produce RNG for a total of 50 dairies [3]. - Aemetis Biogas plans to have 16 dairies operational this summer as part of the Central Digester Project near Modesto, California, which includes a biogas pipeline and a production facility delivering RNG into the PG&E utility gas pipeline [3]. Group 2: Strategic Relationship - Aemetis is expanding its strategic relationship with Centuri, which includes plans for construction management and pipe assembly for future energy efficiency and carbon sequestration projects [4]. - Centuri's expertise in utility distribution and renewable natural gas projects aligns well with Aemetis' goals, adding significant value to upcoming projects [5]. Group 3: Renewable Energy Projects - Aemetis aims to generate over 1 million MMBtu of RNG from the 50 dairies involved in the project [6]. - Other projects include a Keyes ethanol plant expected to generate $32 million in annual cash flow starting in 2026, and a carbon sequestration project to inject 1.4 million tons of CO2 per year [6]. - Aemetis is also developing a sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel plant, which has received necessary permits and approvals [6]. Group 4: Company Overview - Aemetis is focused on the operation, acquisition, development, and commercialization of technologies that replace petroleum products and reduce greenhouse gas emissions [7]. - The company operates a biogas digester network and pipeline system in California, converting dairy waste gas into RNG, and has ethanol production facilities in both California and India [8].