The Town of South Boston has received Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Program Funds for the reduction and capture of methane and greenhouse gases at the South Boston Landfill. This project is being funded with federal funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, supported by the Department of Energy and the Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy.

The total project cost will be approximately $524,337, and project activities include the design and installation of a landfill gas collection system and a blower/flare station. The goal of these systems is to facilitate the sale of carbon credits from producers to interested parties, thereby generating revenue for the Town. Construction began December 6, 2010 and substantial completion is expected in June 2011.

For more information, contact Sangi Cooper at scooper@southsidepdc.org.