How is renewable natural gas produced?

Biomethanation
Organic waste is collected and transported to a biomethanation plant where it is converted into energy, i.e. renewable natural gas (RNG).
Injection into the network
RNG is injected into the traditional natural gas network. Renewable and traditional natural gas molecules intermingle and are interchangeable.
Purchasing RNG
By purchasing RNG, you reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) in Quebec and help drive the development of the RNG sector. Although we can’t guarantee that RNG is supplying your home, a portion of the RNG that flows through the network is attributed to you. And only you can claim that you are improving your carbon footprint with the purchase of this renewable energy.
Choosing renewable natural gas
is quick and easy.
Switch to clean energy without swapping out your appliances by choosing renewable natural gas—a type of energy that's produced entirely from organic waste and plays a direct role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
*Based on the heating consumption for an average household charged at current rates.
Questions?
We've got answers.
RNG and conventional natural gas flow through the same network, so they intermingle with each other. When you purchase any amount of RNG, that volume is guaranteed to be injected into the network, replacing a proportional amount of conventional natural gas. The volume you purchase is listed on the itemized invoice detailing your total consumption of natural gas.
The Bureau de normalisation du Québec (BNQ) had verified the Énergir RNG supply and inventory
Read the BNQ advice
For more details on the traceability of renewable natural gas, consult this newsletter.
The cost gap between renewable natural gas (RNG) and traditional natural gas is based on different production processes and costs, and on the availability of inventories in a context of high demand for renewable energy.
As is the case with traditional natural gas, Énergir does not profit from the sale of the RNG molecule, and our teams make every effort to ensure it is supplied at the lowest cost to all our customers.
No. You don't need to buy or modify any equipment, because RNG and natural gas are interchangeable.
RNG meets our quality standards and can be used for the same purposes as natural gas.
You may modify your renewable natural gas consumption profile each 1st of the month with a minimum prior notice.
The modification request is made directly in the Customer Space, specifying the revised consumption percentage and the desired start date.
Énergir is following suit and has replaced the traditional natural gas used in nine of its business offices as well as three trucks in its fleet with RNG.