RNG Girls

In the very first episode of RNG Girls, Lisa Kitt and Skye Austin are joined by Bernie Sheff, Chair of the American Biogas Council and a long-standing leader in the biogas industry.Bernie reflects on how his journey into biogas began with an environmental justice issue in Michigan and how that early experience shaped a career dedicated to turning waste into energy, improving communities, and helping build the industry from the ground up.The conversation explores why this current moment feels so important for biogas, the global opportunity emerging around maritime fuel and low-CI energy, and why BIOGAS AMERICAS matters more than ever in a market that is being tested. Bernie also shares what makes the biogas sector different: its grit, its openness, and the strength of the community behind it.This first episode sets the tone for RNG Girls:  conversations about the people, projects, and momentum shaping the future of biogas and renewable natural gas.Key takeaways🔹 How Bernie’s first digester project solved a real environmental justice problem and changed the course of his career🔹 Why the maritime opportunity is creating major momentum for the biogas industry globally🔹 Why biogas is not just about energy, but also fertilizer, resilience, and food security🔹 What makes BIOGAS AMERICAS such an important event for operators, developers, policymakers, and newcomers🔹 Why American Biogas Council membership matters, especially in a challenging market🔹 How community, collaboration, and “doers” continue to drive the industry forwardBIOGAS AMERICASIf you’re heading to BIOGAS AMERICAS, come and find us at Stark Tech booth 213,  this will be the RNG Girls home base during the event.Official website: https://biogasamericas.com/ Host:Lisa KittManaging Director at Dahlia RecruitmentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-kitt-0ab28521/Co-host:Skye AustinRNG Sales Director at Stark TechBoard Member of the American Biogas CouncilLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skye-austin-506b1075/ Guest:Bernie SheffAssociate Technical Consultant at Burns and McDonnellChairman of the American Biogas CouncilPartner at US Renewable Energy Development Capital Inc.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardsheff/Key chapters:00:00 Introduction to Biogas and RNG02:23 Bernie’s Journey into Biogas06:45 Why Biogas Has Momentum Now10:43 Why BIOGAS AMERICAS Matters14:10 Policy, Advocacy and Industry Progress19:44 What Makes BIOGAS AMERICAS Different25:35 The Future of Biogas Growth32:37 Community, Transparency and Engagement43:00 ABC Membership Benefits and Industry Collaboration48:10 Why You Should Attend BIOGAS AMERICAS RNG Girls is a podcast about the people shaping the future of biogas and renewable natural gas.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations from across the RNG industry.