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Viridi Partners with American Organic Energy on Waste-to-RNG Project

American Organic Energy is partnering with Viridi Energy and a variety of other funding partners to develop one of the largest food waste-to-renewable natural gas projects in the United States.
NY Senate speaks on importance of reducing food waste News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste April 29, 2019 4 minute read

AOE's Anaerobic Digester Factors Into NYS Budget

New York's 2020 budget mandates the largest food waste generators recycle or donate, with American Organic Energy's anaerobic digester a prime destination.

Overhead view of Rendering of AOE plant News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste March 25, 2019 3 minute read

LIPA Approves American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Facility

The Long Island Power Authority approved an $84 million contract to purchase power from American Organic Energy's proposed anaerobic digester, which will convert food waste into sustainable energy and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

AOE Logo on top of image of man looking at canned products in supermarket News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste January 02, 2019 4 minute read

Wasted: Changing the World, One Head of Lettuce at a Time

American Organic Energy was recently recognized for its revolutionary initiatives in the anaerobic digestion industry in the landmark documentary, Wasted: The Story of Food Waste from executive producer Anthony Bourdain.

Close up of bee on flower petal News Long Island Compost Green Roofs October 17, 2018 4 minute read

Buzzworthy: How Green Roofs Can Save Bees

Green roofs are an ideal solution to the steadily declining bee population, providing natural habitats replete with colorful flora for these all-important pollinators.

Side view of trash pile in dump News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste September 21, 2018 4 minute read

Global Annual Food Waste to Top 2.1B Tons by 2030, Warns Report

A recent study by Boston Consulting Group foretells of a worldwide 'food waste disaster' with global implications, underscoring the critical importance of utilizing anaerobic digester facilities, such as American Organic Energy, to process organic waste and divert food scraps from landfills.

Side view of vegetable produce at local market News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste July 24, 2018 4 minute read

New York State DEC Announces $4M in Food Waste Recycling Grants

Grant funding will help facilitate and expand the state's diversion of food waste from restaurants, supermarkets, hospitals and colleges to food banks, organics recycling centers and anaerobic digestion facilities, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, feed the hungry, and protect the environment.

Charles Vigliotti speaking at Vision Long Island News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester June 15, 2018 3 minute read

American Organic Energy CEO Charles Vigliotti Recognized for ‘Environmental Leadership’

American Organic Energy CEO Charles Vigliotti recently won the prestigious 2018 Smart Growth Awards 'Environmental Leadership' prize at Vision Long Island's annual ceremony recognizing eco-friendly innovators.

Plant sprouting in soil with sun glare News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste April 30, 2018 4 minute read

AOE Begins Onboarding Partners to its Anaerobic Digester Project

Partnering with American Organic Energy and its anaerobic digester helps reduce food waste, prevent harmful greenhouse gases, and safeguard our collective futures, overall.

Atlas Recycling Truck News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester March 21, 2018 4 minute read

Studies Highlight Significant Carbon Reductions & Eco-Friendly Transport Fuel Creation via Anaerobic Digestion

U.S. Department of Energy case studies exploring the production of renewable natural gas via anaerobic digestion to power transportation fleets project a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, among other environmentally friendly benefits.

AOE plant overhead view News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester March 06, 2018 2 minute read

Anaerobic Digestion Gaining Popularity & Steam

From U.S.-based grocery giant Kroger to England's Royal Family, more and more companies and countries are adopting the eco-friendly, energy-efficient methodology of anaerobic digestion.

Charles Vigliotti Global receiving Game Changer Award News American Organic Energy Charles Vigliotti Anaerobic Digester February 26, 2018 3 minute read

American Organic Energy CEO Charles Vigliotti Recognized as 'Global Game Changer'

Prestigious award from global nonprofit Biogas Academy honors American Organic Energy CEO Charles Vigliotti as environmental visionary transforming the world through anaerobic digestion biogas technology.

Compost being poured into bucket News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste January 17, 2018 3 minute read

NYLCV Puts Food Recycling and Recovery Act at Top of 2018 Agenda

This Act is intended to align New York State with the existing food recovery initiatives in New York City and facilitate the expansion and construction of collection facilities throughout the state.

Wasted - The Story of Food Waste graphic News American Organic Energy Anaerobic Digester Food Waste December 21, 2017 4 minute read

Powerful New Doc Highlights How Food Waste Contributes to Climate Change

Natural disasters have ignited provocative discussions on climate change. A new film explores how food waste is directly related to changes in the atmosphere.

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