Dairy Industry
Dairy Biogas Capture &Methane Destruction
17,500 US dairy operations produce unmitigated methane emissions. EFI's covered lagoon digesters capture 95%+ of those emissions at zero cost to the operator.
The Challenge
Dairy Methane Is a Massive Climate Problem
The US dairy industry operates over 17,500 farms with manure lagoons that produce significant quantities of methane, a greenhouse gas 25 times more potent than CO2. Most of this methane escapes directly into the atmosphere, unmitigated.
Regulatory pressure is increasing. States like California already mandate dairy methane reductions. Federal programs including EPA AgSTAR and USDA climate-smart incentives are driving adoption of biogas capture systems across the country.
- Methane is 25x more potent than CO2 as a greenhouse gas
- Dairy manure lagoons are the #1 source of agricultural methane
- EPA and state regulators are tightening emissions requirements
- Carbon credit markets create significant revenue opportunity
Dairy Industry by the Numbers
Our Solution
Covered Lagoon Digesters for Dairy
EFI designs, fabricates, and installs covered lagoon digester systems specifically engineered for dairy manure lagoons. Our zero-cost model means operators pay nothing, EFI funds the entire project.
Zero Cost Installation
EFI covers all capex, $300K to $1.5M per site. Design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning at no cost to the dairy operator.
95%+ Methane Capture
Hermetically sealed geomembrane covers capture virtually all methane produced in the lagoon, destroying it through enclosed flaring systems.
Revenue Sharing
After EFI achieves 2x MOIC, carbon credit revenue is split 50/50 with the dairy operator. A new income stream from existing waste.
Full-Service O&M
EFI handles all maintenance, monitoring, and regulatory compliance. 24/7 cloud-based monitoring with automated alerts.
Project Economics
Financial Performance
Project Spotlight
Perdue Farms, Lewiston NC
EFI designed, fabricated, and installed a covered lagoon digester with full biogas capture and flaring at one of the largest poultry processing operations on the East Coast. The system achieves 95% greenhouse gas emission reduction while providing continuous methane destruction.
FAQ
Dairy Biogas Questions
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