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SoCalGas signed its first renewable natural gas (RNG) contract under California’s SB 1440 with Organic Energy Solutions. The project will convert organic waste into RNG, helping to reduce methane emissions and support energy decarbonization. The facility is expected to supply RNG to SoCalGas’ pipeline by 2026, contributing to California’s clean energy goals.
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