Landfill Owner
A turnkey landfill gas
upgrading solution
Waga Energy delivers a fully integrated solution that turns landfill gas into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), directly injected into the pipeline. We finance, build, own, and operate the unit — boosting your site’s environmental performance and generating long‑term revenue, with zero investment or operational burden.
Our Strengths
Up to 100% of project costs covered
Waga Energy handles all financing and on-site activities, such as the feasibility studies to the connection to the gas distribution pipeline.
Generating a regular income
The RNG produced by a WAGABOX® unit is marketed under a long-term contract with an energy off-taker, providing reliable and additional revenue for the landfill operator.
Easy to deploy
The standardized WAGABOX® solution is compatible with landfills of various capacities, starting at 500 scfm of collected landfill gas.
Our teams typically deploy WAGABOX® units within 12-24 months from contract signing, with the timeline influenced by local permitting and gas interconnection construction requirements.
Energy generation and environmental compliance
The WAGABOX® technology is efficient, performing regardless of the quantity and quality of the landfill gas being treated.
This reduces the risk of unwanted emissions and odors, while maximizing revenue for landfill operators when compared to alternative upgrading solutions.
Guaranteed continuity of service
WAGABOX® units operate 24/7, are fully automated, and controlled remotely by expert technicians. Their performance is optimized every day through the collection of 300,000 data points transmitted by more than 200 sensors installed on the units. Predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance processes are managed by specialized operators.
Local development
The WAGABOX® solution contributes to the development of a circular economy: RNG produced locally from household and industrial waste at the landfill site is injected into the natural gas pipelines to supply local homes and businesses. This provides local communities the opportunity to achieve energy independence, while reducing waste management costs and effectively combatting global warming.
Turnkey LFC to RNG Partnership
Entrusting your landfill RNG project to Waga Energy means developing a custom-tailored project, designed and driven by our team of experts for long-term performance.
- RNG Potential Forecast
& Recommendations - Project
Development - Project
Financing - Construction
& comissioning - Operation
& maintenance - RNG Sales
At the foundation of every project, Waga Energy conducts a thorough assessment of the landfill’s RNG potential. By combining detailed site information, waste characterization, and our unique expertise in developing landfill gas to RNG injection projects, we generate a forecast of landfill gas generation and RNG output over the coming years. This analysis delivers clear technical and economic recommendations for the potential project.
Waga Energy works closely with landfill operators to design a tailored Landfill gas-to-RNG injection solution. We analyze all technical, regulatory, and commercial parameters – including grid connection, WAGABOX® unit sizing, permitting, and biomethane sales – to ensure the project is optimized from the outset. This comprehensive development phase lays the foundation for a transparent, mutually beneficial long‑term partnership, with contractual commitments based on a clear and robust understanding of the project.
With Waga Energy’s turnkey model, landfill operators can unlock the value of their gas with no upfront investment. Waga Energy fully finances the project and assumes all capital expenditures, taking charge of every stage – from design and installation to start‑up and long‑term operation. This approach enables reliable, long‑term revenue from RNG with no financial risk for the operator. All financial models are validated by leading banks and independent auditors, ensuring transparency and long‑term security.
Each WAGABOX® project is led by a dedicated team working closely with the landfill operator from construction through commissioning. Waga Energy pre assembles and tests the equipment in its workshops while managing the balance of plant and grid interconnections – significantly shortening construction time and accelerating start up. Once delivered, the equipment is connected to the landfill gas capture system, the electrical supply, and the local gas grid. Expert supervised pre commissioning and commissioning ensure a safe, reliable start up and a seamless transition to RNG injection.
Waga Energy ensures the long term performance of every WAGABOX® unit through advanced automation, real time data monitoring, predictive maintenance, and continuous R&D innovation. All units are fully automated and supervised 24/7 from our control centers in France, Canada, and the United States, with regional technicians able to respond on site in under two hours. Each system benefits from ongoing performance and safety upgrades developed by our R&D teams.
Once the WAGABOX® unit is operational, Waga Energy’s Energy Team takes over to manage RNG sales and market performance. Leveraging deep market expertise, we secure long-term offtake agreements at optimal prices, while navigating regulatory requirements and energy market dynamics. Every unit of gas is optimized for revenue and project economics, with certified sustainability credentials. This approach ensures full value creation from landfill gas, predictable returns, and transparent reporting of environmental performance.
A fully integrated Design–Build–Own–Operate (DBOO) model for landfill gas-to-biomethane projects
Through long-term partnerships with landfill operators, Waga Energy transforms landfill gas into pipeline-quality renewable natural gas
WAGABOX® Technology
Developed and patented by Waga Energy, the revolutionary WAGABOX® technology converts landfill gas into grid-quality renewable natural gas.
WAGABOX® technology upgrades raw landfill gas into pipeline-quality RNG. Combining advanced purification and separation processes, it ensures high methane recovery, consistent performance, and long-term environmental compliance for landfill operators.
20
WAGABOX® units in the USA
12 under construction and 8 operational
504k
tons of
of CO₂ equivalent emissions avoided since 2015
7.98 M
MMBtu of
RNG injected since 2015
Waga Hub
Landfill Gas to RNG
Expertise Ressource Center.
WagaHub to understand the issues and applications
Waga Energy Expert Insight
Landfills have an important role to play in the United States’ energy transition. Every day, valuable energy is generated through the natural decomposition of waste. Our mission is to ensure that energy is recovered and put to productive use instead of being released into the atmosphere. What makes our work meaningful is the lasting impact we create alongside our partners—reducing emissions, strengthening local energy resilience, and creating value for the communities they serve
Tanguy Largeau
President of Waga Energy US
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Tanguy Largeau
President of Waga Energy US
Bryan Johnson
Project Development Director (Central)
Jason Pennypacker
Project Development Director (Northeast)
Dylan Deriot
Project Development and Business Expertise Director
Chris Hiller
Project Development Director (West)
Jordan Roper
Project Development Director
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Frequently
Asked Questions
What are the technical requirements for installing a WAGABOX® unit at my landfill site?
The main requirements are: a sufficient landfill gas flow rate (from 250 scfm), an operational gas collection system with good coverage of the site, and an accessible injection point on the natural gas grid (road transportation may also be considered in certain cases). Waga Energy conducts a feasibility study to assess the potential of your site and identify any preparatory work that may be required.
How does Waga Energy assess a landfill site’s methane generation potential and the project’s profitability?
As part of its feasibility study, Waga Energy analyzes the characteristics of the landfill gas—including flow rate, composition, and collection history—based on data collected by the site operator. The feasibility study also includes modeling of the expected RNG production, an analysis of the grid connection conditions, and an estimate of the revenues the project could generate for the landfill operator.
What are the operational responsibilities of a landfill operator equipped with a WAGABOX® unit?
The operator’s responsibilities remain consistent with its usual activities: maintaining the gas collection system (including well maintenance and condensate management) and delivering the raw landfill gas to the WAGABOX® unit. Site access and perimeter security also remain the operator’s responsibility. Waga Energy takes care of everything else, including the operation, maintenance, performance management, and 24/7 monitoring of the WAGABOX® unit. No additional technical expertise is required from the operator.
What is the typical timeframe between signing the contract and commissioning a WAGABOX® unit?
Once the contract has been signed, commissioning typically takes place within 18 to 24 months. This timeframe covers the manufacturing of the WAGABOX® unit in our workshops, the obtaining of regulatory permits, civil engineering works, and connection to the gas grid. Waga Energy coordinates all of these stages and supports you through to the injection of the first cubic meters of biomethane into the network.
Does Waga Energy handle the project’s regulatory and administrative requirements?
Waga Energy handles all administrative procedures related to the project, including operating permits, environmental authorizations (ICPE in France), gas grid connection, and environmental reporting requirements. With operations in multiple countries across Europe, North America, and Brazil, the company has extensive expertise in local regulatory frameworks and ensures compliant project deployment without requiring significant involvement from your internal resources.
Does installing a WAGABOX® unit require modifications to my gas collection system?
The feasibility study assesses the condition of your gas collection system and identifies any adjustments that may be required, such as wellfield expansion, condensate management, or flow optimization. If needed, these works are generally considered part of the site’s routine maintenance operations and remain the responsibility of the operator. Waga Energy provides support with system sizing and can recommend qualified service providers.
What land area and utility connections are required to install a WAGABOX® unit?
A WAGABOX® unit requires a relatively compact footprint—comparable to a basketball court for the smallest units—ideally located close to the gas collection network. It requires an electrical connection, an internet connection for remote monitoring, and an injection point on the gas grid. Waga Energy precisely assesses these requirements during the feasibility study and covers all investments related to the unit.
