Waga Energy, the Waste Commission of Scott County, and Linwood Mining and Minerals are proud to announce the successful start-up of a biomethane facility at the Scott Area Landfill in Davenport, Iowa. This landmark project brings locally produced renewable energy to the community while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
With an installed capacity of more than 60 GWh of biomethane per year, the new facility will generate the energy equivalent of 1.5 million gallons of diesel fuel. By replacing fossil fuels, it will avoid approximately 15,800 tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions annually, helping advance the fight against climate change.
The Scott Area Landfill is operated by the Waste Commission of Scott County on a site leased from Linwood Mining and Minerals. The landfill processes around 185,000 tons of waste each year from 17 municipalities across Scott County. By transforming landfill gas into a valuable energy source, the project demonstrates the power of innovation and collaboration to turn waste into a clean, circular energy solution.
“We are excited about this private/public partnership tying directly to the Waste Commission’s mission of providing sustainable recycling and waste management solutions that positively impact Scott County. By capturing methane from the Scott Area Landfill and converting it into energy, we’re turning waste into a valuable resource that helps fuel our community and protect our environment.”
Bryce Stalcup, Executive Director of Waste Commission of Scott County
“At Linwood, we believe it’s our responsibility to use our resources wisely – including the land we own. We’re grateful for the forward-thinking leadership of the Waste Commission and Waga Energy in turning environmental challenges into clean energy solutions that benefit our entire region.”
Mike Bush, President of Linwood Mining and Minerals
“The commissioning of this WAGABOX® unit at the Scott Area Landfill marks an important step forward for Waga Energy, the community, and the Commission. Together, we’re turning landfill gas into reliable, local energy – creating value from waste while reducing local emissions. Waga Energy is proud to support the Commission’s vision and to contribute our expertise to a project that demonstrates the power of public-private collaboration in advancing the energy transition.”
Guénaël Prince, CEO of Waga Energy US