CNG Delivery for RNG Transportation: The Pipeline Alternative

Renewable Natural Gas Is Growing — But Moving It Isn’t Easy

From dairy farms and landfills to food processors and wastewater plants, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) is quickly becoming a vital part of the global clean energy shift. It’s carbon-negative, pipeline-compatible, and produced locally — making it a game-changer in sustainability.

However, there’s one big challenge:
Most RNG sites are not connected to pipelines.

As a result, transportation becomes the bottleneck. That’s where CNG delivery steps in — creating the missing link between RNG production and end use.

CNG Trailers: The Missing Link in RNG Logistics

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trailers offer a smart solution. They allow RNG to be compressed, stored, and moved — even across long distances — when pipelines aren’t available.

These high-pressure trailers act as a virtual transport network, connecting:

• RNG production sites
  
• Off-site compression or injection hubs
  
• Utility grid entry points
  
• Commercial or industrial buyers
  

By doing so, they fill the critical infrastructure gap in RNG logistics.

How It Works: From Source to Destination

Let’s walk through a typical journey of RNG using CNG delivery:

1. Capture and Upgrade
   RNG is collected from the site and upgraded to pipeline-grade gas using purification systems.
   
2. CNG Trailer Arrival
   CNG trailers arrive on-site, compress the RNG, and safely store it for transport.
   
3. Transport to Injection or End-Use Site
   The trailers deliver RNG to a chosen endpoint, such as a fleet fueling station, utility injection site, or power plant.
   
4. Reload or Rotate
   Once emptied, the trailers return for the next load — keeping the supply chain moving with minimal delay.
   

This seamless loop allows for uninterrupted RNG movement, regardless of pipeline access.

Why RNG Producers Choose CNG Delivery

Feature	Impact
Virtual Pipeline	Delivers gas without fixed infrastructure
Mobile CNG Units	Reach remote or rural RNG production zones
CNG Trailer Rentals	Reduce upfront costs for seasonal or pilot projects
Temporary Gas Supply	Support new RNG sites during build-out

By integrating CNG delivery, producers gain mobility, scalability, and flexibility — all while reducing operational headaches.

Benefits of CNG Delivery in RNG Supply Chains

Benefit	Why It Matters
Reduced Emissions	Lowers the environmental cost of transport
Fast Setup	Start moving RNG without waiting for pipeline construction
Increased Flexibility	Adapt quickly to new buyers or changing site demands
Infrastructure-Light	No need for costly injection pipeline builds
Cost-Effective	Avoid multi-million-dollar CAPEX with scalable delivery

What RNG Producers Should Do Next

Are you producing RNG but struggling to scale delivery?
Do you operate from off-grid or temporary biogas sites?
Do you need to serve multiple buyers without laying new pipe?

If the answer is yes, it’s time to make CNG delivery your transportation backbone.

Here’s how to get started:

1. Estimate your weekly RNG output
   
2. Identify your nearest utility or buyer endpoints
   
3. Contact a CNG delivery partner to build your transport schedule
   
4. Add trailer rentals to your budget and planning model
   

Clean Energy Doesn’t Stop at Production — It Has to Move

RNG’s value lies not just in its production but in its delivery.
Without pipeline access, many clean energy projects stall before they scale.

That’s why CNG delivery is critical. It empowers producers to bring RNG to market quickly, affordably, and sustainably.

Learn more about how our CNG Virtual Pipeline works

See industry projections on RNG adoption here

Let’s connect your RNG to the grid — one trailer at a time.