WSU Energy To Host Series Focus On Anaerobic Digesters

Washington dairy producers looking to cut costs and generate renewable energy will have an opportunity next week to learn more about anaerobic digesters through a free webinar series hosted by the WSU Energy Program.

The five-part series, which starts Tuesday July 7th, is designed to help dairy farmers, developers and industry partners better understand the technology, from reducing greenhouse gas emissions and earning carbon credits to navigating utility connections, permitting and nutrient management.

“When researchers have looked at where dairy farms can contribute the most emissions reduction per dollar invested in the near term, dairy digesters keep rising to the top," said Georgine Yorgey, WSU Energy Program director. "This series is about making sure Washington’s producers and developers have access to people who can share accurate and up-to-date information about what works, what doesn’t, and where the opportunities are."

A Lot To Discuss Over The Next Four Months

All webinars will be held via Zoom and will run through early October. For details and to register for upcoming webinars, visit the WSU Energy Program webpage.

July 7
Anaerobic Digester Webinar Series #1: The Role of Digesters in Meeting Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goals and the Critical Role of Carbon Crediting in Economic Viability

July 21
Anaerobic Digester Webinar Series #2: Utility Relations and Power Markets

September 15
Anaerobic Digester Webinar Series #3: Permitting and Nutrient Management

September 29
Anaerobic Digester Webinar Series #4: Technology Trends and Opportunities

October 6
Anaerobic Digester Webinar Series #5: Pulling It All Together

These Webinars Part Of A Statewide Effort

WSU noted the Dairy Digester Technical Assistance Program is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA), via the Washington Department of Commerce. The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work, reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Click Here for additional information about the CCA.

The technical assistance program is complemented by over $13.8 million in Dairy Digester awards, administered by the Washington State Department of Commerce, that will support seven anaerobic digester projects across five counties, supporting energy generation, clean air, and economic development.

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