Wood Mackenzie: North America Driving RNG

Diana Arce, natural gas markets research analyst and Natalia Patterson, senior analyst for Americas gas & LNG at Wood Mackenzie look at the factors propelling RNG production, and potential limitations in adoption A recently published report from Wood Mackenzie shows that the renewable natural gas (RNG) market in North America is growing rapidly, fueled by decarbonization policies and surging demand for clean energy solutions. Market data demonstrates remarkable momentum, with the sector growing over 35% since 2023 to reach 604 million cubic feet per day (17 million m³) operational capacity in 2025, including a record-breaking 139 mmcfd capacity addition in 2024. This growth signals deep market confidence and sustained capital deployment, particularly in the transportation sector, which currently consumes more than half of current RNG production. Investment and M&A (mergers and acquisition) activity is supporting North American RNG market growth, reflecting confidence in the sector’s long-term potential. Notable transactions include Enbridge’s $1.2 billion (€1 billion) acquisition of Morrow Renewables assets, Mitsui’s acquisition of a 33.3% stake in Terreva...