Practical Law Glossary Item 8-519-0473 (Approx. 2 pages)
Glossary
Landfill Gas
Also known as biogas. Gas produced from the decomposition of organic material located in landfill disposal sites. This gas is approximately 50% methane and 50% carbon dioxide and water vapor. Landfill gas may be used to generate electricity. For more information on landfill gas and other organic material used to generate electricity, see Practice Note, Renewable Energy: Overview (US): Biomass Energy.