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Associated Press
03-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Qnergy Sells Carbon Credits to Climate Investment from Landfill Methane Abatement Project in Utah
This carbon credit sale marks a milestone for Qnergy's CLEAR program and its partnership with Climate Investment. OGDEN, UT, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2025 / / -- Qnergy, a leading methane abatement solutions provider to the oil and gas and waste management industries, has successfully completed the sale of high-quality carbon credits to Climate Investment (CI), a specialist decarbonization investor. This transaction marks a major milestone in Qnergy's expansion into the voluntary carbon market and a full-circle moment for both companies, as CI is also a Qnergy investor. 'Climate Investment (CI) selected Qnergy's landfill gas abatement credits based upon their high quality. Qualified under the American Carbon Registry, Qnergy's credits demonstrate excellent measurability and permanence, clear additionality and the project delivers strong ancillary benefits for the local community. As a long-term investor in Qnergy, CI is delighted to see the company begin to address methane abatement in the landfill space. CI will retire the credits to offset its residual emissions as part of its GHG reduction strategy.' Matthew Harwood, Managing Director, Impact & LP Engagement at CI The credits were generated under CLEAR, Qnergy's comprehensive landfill methane abatement and carbon credit generation initiative. The CLEAR program targets closed and unregulated landfills and is designed to reduce operational liability through real, measurable emissions reductions. The program enables asset monetization via verified carbon credits and revenue sharing. Qnergy and Utah's Weber County Department of Economic Development launched a project to address methane emissions from a closed landfill, which is now classified as a CLEAR project. At the heart of this project is the TORCH4, a methane destruction system powered by Qnergy's highly reliable Free Piston Stirling Engine. This TORCH4 installation operates continuously on previously stranded low-methane landfill gas and generates carbon credits by eliminating methane emissions. The project is generating verified carbon credits through the American Carbon Registry under the Landfill Methane Capture and Combustion protocol. These credits demonstrate: Clear additionality (carbon credit revenue is the only funding source), permanent methane destruction, and meaningful community co-benefits, including odor reduction and improved safety at the recreational park. Ory Zik, Qnergy's CEO, said, 'Climate Investment has been instrumental in helping Qnergy reach this point. The sale of these CLEAR-generated carbon credits represents a milestone for both companies. Kudos to our teams for getting this done.' As Qnergy scales the CLEAR initiative to other landfill sites, this project highlights a replicable model for turning closed landfills into assets, supporting both local communities and global sustainability goals. About Climate Investment: Climate Investment (CI) is an independently managed specialist investor focused on driving industrial decarbonization. The firm provides early-stage through growth equity capital to innovative companies and partners with large corporations, governments and non-profit organizations to scale their market adoption and impact. Operational since 2017, CI has invested in over 40 climate tech companies across energy, transportation, buildings and industry that have collectively delivered 95 MT CO2e of cumulative greenhouse gas reduction in the period 2019-2023. Climate Investment was founded by member companies of the Oil & Gas Climate Initiative ('OGCI'). They have invested in Climate Investment funds and deployed many of its portfolio innovations, supporting their early commercial development. Visit CI Media contact: Jason Dela Cruz, [email protected] About Qnergy: Qnergy provides solutions for methane mitigation, converting low-grade, polluting methane into valuable electricity, heat, and clean air. Powered by our innovative Free Piston Stirling Engine, we deliver scalable, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for methane emissions sources worldwide. With thousands of units already deployed, Qnergy has abated millions of tonnes of CO2e, enabling customers to achieve net-zero targets while maintaining profitability. Jackie Copeland Qnergy [email protected] Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Scottish Sun
04-05-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Urgent warning over Japanese knotweed signs that could cost you £18,000 this summer
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FINDING Japanese knotweed on your property can quickly turn into a costly nightmare that can stop you being able to sell your home or get a mortgage. The plant grows quickly and can cause damage to buildings, plus it's extremely difficult to eradicate. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Japanese knotweed can cause a lot of damage Credit: Image credit: Shutterstock/Przemyslaw Muszynski You'll usually have to call out the professionals if you spot the weed, and they will apply a specialist treatment to kill the plant roots. It's not usually a one-off visit and they'll have to return to make sure the plant is dead. These costs rack up to thousands of pounds. Japanese Knotweed can grow at up to 10cm a day in the summer and reach up to 7ft high. The hardy plant sets down deep roots which can run to around three metres, which has a knock on impact on foundations and buildings. You can be prosecuted for causing knotweed to spread into the wild, if you have not taken care to remove it. Regulations around the plant mean it is illegal to do nothing about it and let it spread to any other property, and you can be fined up to £2,500 if you fail to do so. When the plant has been removed, its presence has to be declared to future buyers, which can impact prices in the future. Matthew Harwood, home insurance expert at says: 'It's expected that the rise of Japanese knotweed could soon increase, as it begins to emerge in spring and flower in summer. "You are responsible for the removal costs and any damage if causes to neighbouring properties, so it's best to get it treated as early as possible to prevent any further pay outs for damages. "Seeking professional help if the best option, and removal costs roughly £1,000 per square metre. While it is expensive, it is the most effective method of removal." The average garden size in the UK is around 188 square meters, according to the Office for National Stastics. Meaning that if takes hold in just a fraction of your garden, the costs will quickly start to mount. Knotweed in just a tenth of the garden would cost around £18,000 to remove. If the plant causes damage to your property, you'll also need to fix which adds to costs. Matthew explains that home insurance, unfortunately, does not usually cover costs. But it shouldn't affect your ability to get cover. He adds: "If you are affected by Japanese knotweed then you should declare it when taking out a policy, otherwise you could risk any future claims being rejected, even if it's unrelated to damages caused by the weed. "f you do try to claim for damages caused by the weed, then this will depend on your efforts to control it." HOW TO SPOT JAPANESE KNOTWEED HOW to spot Japanese Knotweed and what to do if you find it. GARDENING expert, Kendal Platt, who runs Adventures with Flowers, said: "Japanese knotweed shoots look similar to bamboo shoots growing 2- 3metres tall. They are hollow and coloured red in the Spring and turn green in the summer. Their leaves which appear in Spring are shield or heart-shaped with a pointed tip and grow at staggered intervals along the length of the shoots. They can grow up to 20cm long and die back in winter leaving just the brown dead looking canes above ground. The flowers appear in late summer as bunches of creamy white flowers growing in amongst the leaves. It spreads through its rhizomes (underground root system) which are dark brown on the outside and orange on the inside. They can burrow up to 3 metres under ground causing damage to buildings and break easily, so can be hard to remove completely. If you find it in your garden it's important to call in a specialist Japanese Knotweed removal company. They use a glyphosate based herbicide which when injected into the plant at the right time of year can kill it. It may take a few years of repeated application to eradicate the plant completely from your property which is why many removal companies recommend a glyphosate treatment programme over a number of years. Can you remove Japanese knotweed without professionals? It's easier to get professionals to do the hard work for you, but if you want to try to avoid the costs you can tackle the issue yourseld. According to you'll need to put together a kit including: Some overalls A visor or face shield Face mask (to P3 standards) Disposable shoe/boot covers Glyphosate weed killer A knapsack-style sprayer Some rubber gloves. You also need to know that it can take up to five years to completely remove it. And you mustn't put any part of the plant, dead or alive, in your normal waster. Instead it must be removed in a licensed waste disposal centre (including the dug up soil), and only registered waste carriers can transport it. If you're going to dispose of it yourself, call the Environment Agency first.
The Sun
04-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Urgent warning over Japanese knotweed signs that could cost you £18,000 this summer
FINDING Japanese knotweed on your property can quickly turn into a costly nightmare that can stop you being able to sell your home or get a mortgage. The plant grows quickly and can cause damage to buildings, plus it's extremely difficult to eradicate. 1 You'll usually have to call out the professionals if you spot the weed, and they will apply a specialist treatment to kill the plant roots. It's not usually a one-off visit and they'll have to return to make sure the plant is dead. These costs rack up to thousands of pounds. Japanese Knotweed can grow at up to 10cm a day in the summer and reach up to 7ft high. The hardy plant sets down deep roots which can run to around three metres, which has a knock on impact on foundations and buildings. You can be prosecuted for causing knotweed to spread into the wild, if you have not taken care to remove it. Regulations around the plant mean it is illegal to do nothing about it and let it spread to any other property, and you can be fined up to £2,500 if you fail to do so. When the plant has been removed, its presence has to be declared to future buyers, which can impact prices in the future. Matthew Harwood, home insurance expert at says: 'It's expected that the rise of Japanese knotweed could soon increase, as it begins to emerge in spring and flower in summer. "You are responsible for the removal costs and any damage if causes to neighbouring properties, so it's best to get it treated as early as possible to prevent any further pay outs for damages. "Seeking professional help if the best option, and removal costs roughly £1,000 per square metre. While it is expensive, it is the most effective method of removal." The average garden size in the UK is around 188 square meters, according to the Office for National Stastics. Meaning that if takes hold in just a fraction of your garden, the costs will quickly start to mount. Knotweed in just a tenth of the garden would cost around £18,000 to remove. If the plant causes damage to your property, you'll also need to fix which adds to costs. Matthew explains that home insurance, unfortunately, does not usually cover costs. But it shouldn't affect your ability to get cover. He adds: "If you are affected by Japanese knotweed then you should declare it when taking out a policy, otherwise you could risk any future claims being rejected, even if it's unrelated to damages caused by the weed. "f you do try to claim for damages caused by the weed, then this will depend on your efforts to control it." HOW TO SPOT JAPANESE KNOTWEED HOW to spot Japanese Knotweed and what to do if you find it. GARDENING expert, Kendal Platt, who runs Adventures with Flowers, said: "Japanese knotweed shoots look similar to bamboo shoots growing 2- 3metres tall. They are hollow and coloured red in the Spring and turn green in the summer. Their leaves which appear in Spring are shield or heart-shaped with a pointed tip and grow at staggered intervals along the length of the shoots. They can grow up to 20cm long and die back in winter leaving just the brown dead looking canes above ground. The flowers appear in late summer as bunches of creamy white flowers growing in amongst the leaves. It spreads through its rhizomes (underground root system) which are dark brown on the outside and orange on the inside. They can burrow up to 3 metres under ground causing damage to buildings and break easily, so can be hard to remove completely. If you find it in your garden it's important to call in a specialist Japanese Knotweed removal company. They use a glyphosate based herbicide which when injected into the plant at the right time of year can kill it. It may take a few years of repeated application to eradicate the plant completely from your property which is why many removal companies recommend a glyphosate treatment programme over a number of years. Can you remove Japanese knotweed without professionals? It's easier to get professionals to do the hard work for you, but if you want to try to avoid the costs you can tackle the issue yourseld. According to you'll need to put together a kit including: Some overalls A visor or face shield Face mask (to P3 standards) Disposable shoe/boot covers Glyphosate weed killer A knapsack-style sprayer Some rubber gloves. You also need to know that it can take up to five years to completely remove it. And you mustn't put any part of the plant, dead or alive, in your normal waster. Instead it must be removed in a licensed waste disposal centre (including the dug up soil), and only registered waste carriers can transport it. If you're going to dispose of it yourself, call the Environment Agency first.
