Partnership for Electric Pathways

The Partnership for Electric Pathways (PEP) is working to ensure that waste and waste gases are used to produce homegrown electricity to power electric vehicles.

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Unleashing America’s Energy Independence

At the Partnership for Electric Pathways (PEP), we stand for innovation, American energy independence, and responsible stewardship of our resources. Our mission is to ensure the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizes its Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) “Electric Pathways” framework proposal—unlocking a future where America powers electric vehicles with homegrown energy from organic waste.

A Common-Sense Solution for Clean Energy and Economic Growth

Methane emissions are an untapped energy resource. By capturing methane from landfills, waste water treatment facilities, and farms, we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions while creating new revenue streams for communities, businesses, and farmers. The Electric Pathways framework provides a win-win opportunity to reduce waste, spur economic growth, and strengthen America’s energy security.

Why Americans Should Champion Electric Pathways

Energy Independence

Harnessing methane to generate electricity keeps America less dependent on foreign energy sources. It’s an America-first solution     that leverages our natural and technological resources.

Support for Rural Communities

Farmers and small business owners gain access to new revenue streams. This program levels the playing field for smaller agricultural operations and boosts rural economies with jobs and investment​.

Fiscal Responsibility

Capturing waste methanereduces the financial burden on municipalities by turning landfills andwastewater facilities into self-sustaining, revenue-generating assets​​.

Innovation Over Regulation

This is not about creating new mandates—it’s about empowering the private sector and local governments to embrace solutions that work for their communities.

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Real Results for Real Americans

What are eRINs?

This infographic explains how eRINs can help capture methane, produce clean electricity, and drive investment in renewable energy—without new costs or mandates. Download now to learn more and support this critical policy change.
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eRINs: A Policy to Incentivize the Capture of Landfill Methane and Support Energy Independence

Methane from municipal solid waste landfills—one of the largest sources of emissions—can be captured and converted into clean electricity, benefiting local taxpayers and supporting cleaner air​. Learn about how EPA can take action to significantly reduce these emission by finalizing the eRIN pathway.
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eRINs: Leveraging Wastewater Treatment Plants to Provide Low Cost Energy

Cities like Gresham, Oregon, have shown how capturing methane can lead to energy independence for municipalities, reduce costs, and provide low-cost energy for low-income families​. Learn more about how EPA could unlock that potential by finalizing its Electric Pathways framework proposal as part of the RFS.
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More to do on Methane

PEP members OPAL Fuels Inc. and American Biogas Council responded to a recent study by the journal Science, which revealed that methane emissions from landfills are higher than we thought, explaining how an eRIN pathway would hep reduce these methane and greenhouse gas emissions.
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eRINs: A Tool to Level the Field for Smaller Farmers by Increasing Revenue and Sustainability

Learn more about how EPA can support methane capture and conversion into a new source of energy and revenue, empowering smaller agricultural operations and fostering a more resilient farming community.
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Startup Targets Small Landfill Gas to Ease EV Power Grid Strain

PEP member Vespene Energy has received provisional approval for a $400m loan guarantee from the DOE's LPO to develop more than 50 small municipal landfills, many of which are currently emitting methane. Vespene's ability to advance the development of these projects will depend meaningfully on the eRIN program.
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Partnership for Electric Pathways (PEP) Launches, Urging EPA to Finalize eRIN Regulations

Coalition's 20+ members push for electricity generated from captured methane to qualify as renewable fuel under the Renewable Fuel Standard program.
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New coalition urges EPA to advance electricity pathway under renewable fuels program

“We share the common goals of reducing emissions, capturing waste, and decarbonizing transportation while growing the American workforce,” the groups wrote to EPA in a letter.
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Senators Urge EPA to Fully Implement the RFS eRIN Pathway

U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Susan Collins (R-ME), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and five Senators sent a bipartisan letter to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan regarding the eRIN Pathway.
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Unforced Error on Electrification Policy, According to CEO of Alliance For Automotive Innovation

John Bozzella, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Alliance For Automotive Innovation, posts about EPA’s failure to finalize the eRIN Pathway.
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Congresswoman Pingree to EPA: eRIN Pathway Must Move Forward

Long-stalled eRIN Pathway must move forward to reduce emissions, fight climate change, says a group of eight Members of the U.S. House of Representatives.
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A Better Future, Built by Americans

The Electric Pathways framework isn’t just about energy—it’s about American leadership. It’s about creating opportunities for our farmers, cities, and businesses to thrive while solving real problems like waste and emissions. This is a chance to put America first by driving innovation, creating jobs, and delivering clean, reliable energy to power our growing electric vehicle market.

Join the Movement

The EPA’s Electric Pathways proposal represents a bold step toward energy independence and economic growth. With your support, we can ensure this plan is finalized, unleashing the full potential of American ingenuity to meet our energy needs responsibly and effectively.

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