Federal and State Policies that Support the Biogas Industry

This presentation will provide an overview of current federal and state policies impacting biogas production, highlighting how legislative and regulatory frameworks are shaping opportunities for industry growth. It will cover recent developments in federal incentives such as the OB3 and the Renewable Fuel Standard, as well as what is happening in other states. The session will address ongoing policy gaps and challenges, such as project costs and affordability impacts and market access, and discuss how coordinated policy action across economic sectors can accelerate biogas adoption across agriculture, wastewater, and organics recycling sectors. Attendees will gain insight into the evolving policy landscape and the critical role of public support in scaling up the benefits provided by the biogas industry in Minnesota.