The American Biogas Council and BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026: Where the Biogas Industry Connects, Learns, and Grows
Key Takeaways
- The American Biogas Council is the leading national trade association advancing biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) in the United States.
- ABC supports policy advocacy, industry education, market development, and professional networking across the biogas value chain.
- Biogas Americas 2026 is the Council’s flagship annual conference and the largest biogas and RNG event in North America.
- The 2026 event offers unparalleled networking, technical education, and hands-on exposure to equipment, projects, and real-world operations.
- Early registration provides significant savings and exclusive access to high-value training and networking experiences.
Advancing the Biogas Industry: The Role of the American Biogas Council
The American Biogas Council is the voice of the U.S. biogas industry. Representing developers, plant owners, equipment suppliers, utilities, farmers, municipalities, and financiers, the Council works to expand biogas and renewable natural gas as practical, scalable climate and energy solutions.
At its core, ABC focuses on four interlinked objectives:
- Policy and Advocacy – Engaging with federal and state policymakers to improve regulatory frameworks, incentives, and market access for biogas and RNG.
- Market Development – Supporting project deployment across agriculture, wastewater, landfills, and food waste sectors.
- Education and Workforce Development – Providing training, resources, and technical knowledge to strengthen industry capability.
- Industry Connection – Creating forums where professionals can meet, collaborate, and move projects forward.
These goals come together most visibly at BIOGAS AMERICAS, the Council’s annual conference and trade expo.
BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026: The Industry’s Must-Attend Event
BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026 is designed to deliver maximum value for every attendee, regardless of role or experience level. With more than a dozen structured networking opportunities, extensive technical content, and the largest biogas marketplace in the U.S., the event is built around one principle: helping the right people have the right conversations.
New and Returning Experiences
Attendees can shape their own agenda from a rich mix of activities, including:
- BIOGAS AMERICAS Training 101 – A pre-conference fundamentals course that builds confidence and accelerates meaningful engagement throughout the week.
- Kickoff Party – A high-energy opening night bringing the industry together for informal connection and relationship building.
- Morning Wellness Session – A guided yoga session overlooking the Detroit River, offering a focused and energised start to the day.
- Digester Tours – Offsite, guided tours providing practical insight into real-world biogas facility design and operation.
- Young Professionals Networking Event – A dedicated space for early-career professionals and newcomers to build peer networks.
Alongside these new features are returning favourites that consistently deliver value:
- BIOGAS / RNG Marketplace – The largest biogas exhibition in the U.S., with 190+ exhibitors and hands-on equipment displays.
- Educational Sessions – Eleven expert-led sessions addressing current technical, commercial, and policy challenges.
- Biogas Golf Open – Relationship-building in a relaxed, competitive setting.
- Exhibit Hall Happy Hours – Two evenings of informal networking directly on the show floor.
- Biogas Beerfest – Celebrating local brewing heritage while connecting with industry peers.
- Women in Biogas Luncheon – A forum for leadership, inclusion, and professional development.
- Sunset Cruise and Tigers Baseball Game – Memorable experiences that combine networking with the unique character of Detroit.
Why Attend BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026?
Whether you are developing projects, supplying technology, shaping policy, or entering the biogas sector for the first time, BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026 offers:
- Direct access to decision-makers across the biogas and RNG value chain.
- Practical insights from operating facilities and experienced professionals.
- A concentrated opportunity to generate partnerships, leads, and project momentum.
- Exceptional return on investment through structured and informal engagement.
Call to Action: Register now and secure your place at BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026. Early Bird registration offers savings of up to $290, with ABC members receiving an additional $490 discount when registering with a company email address. If you want to see where the U.S. biogas industry is heading—and be part of shaping it—this is the event to attend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the American Biogas Council?
The American Biogas Council is the national trade association representing the U.S. biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) industry, working to advance policy, education, market development, and industry collaboration.
What is BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026?
BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026 is the flagship annual conference and trade expo hosted by the American Biogas Council and is the largest biogas and RNG-focused event in North America.
Who should attend BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026?
The event is designed for biogas plant owners, developers, farmers, municipalities, utilities, equipment suppliers, technology providers, investors, policymakers, and professionals entering the biogas and RNG sector.
What types of activities are included at the conference?
Attendees can take part in training courses, educational panel sessions, equipment exhibitions, offsite digester tours, and a wide range of structured and informal networking events.
Are there discounts available for BIOGAS AMERICAS 2026?
Yes. Early Bird registration offers savings of up to $290, and American Biogas Council members receive an additional $490 discount when registering with their company email address.
