Landfill Gas
The Davidson County Landfill captures methane gas (CH4) emissions and converts them into usable renewable energy thus mitigating the environmental impact and indirectly contributing to CO2 reductions. The project is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by capturing methane from from landfill gas via a power generator and an open flare.
The project contributes to climate change mitigation by destroying methane that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. This is done by redirecting the landfill gas to either a single open flare or an electricity generator, rather than releasing it into the atmosphere.
Improved health and well-being for humans 
Proofen performance standard eligibility 
Additionallity confirmed by external audits The Davidson County Landfill is a municipal solid waste facility operated by Davidson County in Lexington, North Carolina. At the landfill, landfill gas is collected and routed for combustion at one of two devices: a single open flare or an electricity generator set. Both devices are operated by Davidson Gas Producers using landfill gas collected at the Davidson County Landfill.
Davidson County Landfill converts waste into renewable energy using the county’s infrastructure. The energy produced is made available to local communities.
By reducing methane levels in groundwater, controlling odours and destroying toxic compounds and other pollutants, the landfil project protects water and air.
The landfill is a job creator in the state of North Carolina in terms of construction, operation and maintenance.
