Dear West Tennessee ASCE Member,

You are cordially invited to our ASCE West TN January Branch Meeting at Ensafe, which will be held in-person on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. Ryan Bates, P.E. Business Development Manager at Marubeni’s New Energy Department.

Ryan will be delivering a presentation on Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)—a highly relevant topic for our region given that Shelby County currently hosts two operating RNG systems. These facilities capture methane from local landfills, refine it, and inject it directly into transmission systems.

Presentation Highlights:

• RNG Fundamentals: How biogas is sourced, produced, and utilized.
• Decarbonization: The role of RNG in reducing GHG emissions and energy transition.
• Municipal Benefits: Understanding environmental attributes and how RNG production generates revenue for municipally owned facilities.
• Future Outlook: Emerging trends and the evolution of RNG markets.