September 16, 2025. Nopetro Energy, a vertically-integrated turnkey producer, distributor and operator of energy solutions across North America, celebrated today the grand opening of southern Florida’s first landfill gas (LFG) to renewable natural gas (RNG) production facility in Vero Beach.
RNG, a biogas and the lowest-carbon alternative fuel, is being produced by capturing and removing methane gas from the Indian River County landfill. The captured biogas undergoes a purification process and is then injected into Florida City Gas’ existing natural gas pipeline infrastructure and will reach customers from South Vero Corridor all the way to Indian River Shores. RNG is fully interchangeable with conventional natural gas and can be seamlessly distributed to customers, creating domestic, affordable and cleaner fuel for buses and trucks while creating cleaner air for the community.
“Opening this facilNopetro executives and city officials cut ribbon celebrating the opening of Nopetro EcoDistrict, southern Florida’s first landfill gas to renewable natural gas facility.ity is a major step, not just for Nopetro’s growing natural gas production and distribution network, but for Indian River County,” said Jorge Herrera, CEO of Nopetro Energy. “We believe in building facilities that support and give back to the cities where they stand. This Vero Beach RNG facility is a catalyst for continued growth, resilience and energy independence, creating opportunities for families and businesses across the Treasure Coast.”
In just the first few weeks of operation, the new facility has removed CO2 to purify the biogas to over 95% methane, exceeding the 90% standard for fueling local homes, vehicles and businesses with RNG. The facility’s construction period and ongoing production have also created jobs and vendor opportunities for area contractors, maintenance providers and local businesses.