EFI does not sell covered lagoon digesters from a website. The projects that make up our 500+ installation portfolio were built on relationships formed at industry conferences, trade shows, and regional agricultural events. In 2026, EFI's team is attending and exhibiting at more events than any previous year, reflecting both the growing market for methane destruction and the company's commitment to being present where operators, developers, and policymakers gather to discuss the future of biogas.
ABC Biogas Americas: EFI's Flagship Industry Event
The American Biogas Council's Biogas Americas conference is the largest dedicated biogas event in North America. EFI has been a consistent exhibitor and presenter at ABC events for years, using the conference to showcase project data, discuss technology developments, and connect with the full spectrum of industry participants -- from dairy operators considering their first digester to RNG developers evaluating acquisition targets.
At Biogas Americas, EFI typically presents on cap-and-flare economics, covered lagoon digester technology advancements, and the zero-cost deployment model. These presentations draw significant interest because EFI brings real project data -- not hypothetical models. When the company presents IRR figures, payback timelines, and carbon credit revenue numbers, they come from operational systems with verified performance histories.
IPPE and Agricultural Trade Shows
The International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta is the largest annual poultry, meat, and feed industry event in the world. EFI's presence at IPPE reflects the company's growing work with major food processors -- JBS, Tyson, Pilgrims, and Darling among them. These companies operate wastewater lagoons at processing facilities across the country, and IPPE provides a concentrated environment to discuss lagoon covers, methane management, and environmental compliance with operations and environmental managers from dozens of facilities.
Beyond IPPE, EFI attends regional agricultural shows focused on specific livestock sectors. Progressive Dairyman events, NC Pork Council conferences, and state-level dairy and swine industry meetings provide access to farm operators who may not attend national conferences but are actively evaluating methane management options for their operations.
Business of Biogas and Specialized Events
The Business of Biogas conference focuses specifically on the financial and business aspects of biogas project development -- financing structures, carbon credit markets, regulatory compliance, and project economics. This event attracts a different audience than technology-focused conferences: investors, lenders, policy advisors, and business development professionals who are evaluating biogas as an asset class or business opportunity.
EFI's participation in business-focused events reflects the company's position at the intersection of engineering and finance. The zero-cost model is fundamentally a financial product wrapped around an engineering solution. Presenting at events where attendees evaluate investment returns, credit market dynamics, and project finance structures allows EFI to communicate with the capital providers and strategic partners who enable large-scale deployment.
Regional Conferences and State-Level Events
Some of the most productive conversations happen at smaller, regional events where EFI can spend focused time with operators in specific states. North Carolina pork industry events, California dairy conferences, and Midwest agricultural shows provide access to operators who are facing immediate environmental compliance challenges and need practical solutions, not industry overviews.
EFI's conference masterlist tracks over 30 events annually, categorized by industry focus, geographic region, and strategic priority. The company's approach is systematic: each event is evaluated based on the quality of operator access, the relevance of the attendee base to active business development priorities, and the opportunity to contribute to industry education and policy discussions.
Trade Publication Advertising and Industry Visibility
Beyond conference attendance, EFI maintains advertising presence in trade publications that reach agricultural operators and environmental managers. Publications like ABC's member communications, Manure Manager, and agricultural trade magazines provide year-round visibility between conference appearances. These advertising placements complement the company's direct sales efforts by keeping the EFI name in front of operators who may not be ready for a project today but will be evaluating options in the next 12-24 months.
Connect With EFI at Upcoming Events
EFI's team is approachable at every event we attend. Whether you are a dairy operator with 500 head considering methane management for the first time, a food processor evaluating lagoon cover options across multiple facilities, or an investor conducting due diligence on biogas assets, our engineers and business development team are available to discuss your specific situation. No sales pitch required -- we would rather understand your operation and provide honest technical guidance than hand out brochures.
For operators who cannot attend industry events, EFI's team is available for site visits and phone consultations. The initial feasibility assessment is always free and comes with no commitment. Contact us through the website or call our Gaston, South Carolina headquarters at (803) 551-5700 to start a conversation.
“We show up to these events because the best projects start with a handshake and a conversation about what the operator actually needs. That has not changed in 32 years.”
-- Marc Fetten, CEO, EFI USA
