Sojitz Enters Biomethane Production and Sales Business in the U.S.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What company has Sojitz Corporation invested in to enter the U.S. biomethane market?
- A: Sojitz Corporation has invested in Fidem Energy LLC, a U.S. biomethane production and sales company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Sojitz Corporation of America.
- Q: How does Sojitz Corporation of America participate in Fidem Energy LLC?
- A: Sojitz Corporation of America participates by making Fidem Energy LLC an equity-method affiliate through a direct investment from its parent company, Sojitz Corporation.
- Q: Where is Fidem Energy LLC based and what is its core business?
- A: Fidem Energy LLC is based in the southeastern U.S. and operates a landfill-derived biomethane production and sales business using biogas from municipal solid waste.
- Q: What is the current operational status of Fidem's biomethane production facilities?
- A: Fidem currently operates a biomethane production plant in Tennessee and holds development rights for multiple additional landfill-based biomethane projects across the U.S.
- Q: What factors are driving increased demand for biomethane in the United States by 2025?
- A: Demand for biomethane in the U.S. is rising due to population growth, economic expansion, energy security needs, and decarbonization goals, with a 24% year-on-year increase expected by 2025.