Capstone Green Energy Installs 6.6 MW Renewable Microturbine CHP System at North Carolina Waste-to-Energy Facility

Capstone Green Energy Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of clean technology solutions using ultra-low emission microturbine energy systems, announced the completion of the installation of a 6.6-megawatt combined heat and power (CHP) microturbine system at a renewable energy facility in North Carolina.

The project, secured by E-Finity Distributed Generation, Capstone’s distributor for the Mid-Atlantic, Southern United States, and the Caribbean, converts swine waste into renewable biogas through a proprietary pyrolysis process. Capstone’s microturbines will generate 100% renewable electricity for grid export while supplying high-value thermal energy to support the facility’s internal operations. The system is scheduled for final commissioning in March 2026.

Innovative Circular Economy Model

Vince Canino, President and CEO of Capstone Green Energy, highlighted the project as a milestone in agricultural waste management. “By utilizing pyrolysis to transform swine waste into clean-burning biogas, our Signature Series microturbines provide a resilient, low-emission alternative to traditional engines. This creates a true circular economy, delivering lasting value to the community while supporting renewable energy goals,” he said.

The system also acts as an odor-control solution, reduces environmental impact, and is expected to generate Carbon Emission Reduction (CER) credits. By capturing waste heat from the microturbines to power the pyrolysis reactors, the facility maximizes energy efficiency, reduces waste, and supports continuous renewable fuel generation.

Technological Synergy: Pyrolysis and Microturbines

The North Carolina installation combines advanced pyrolysis with microturbine technology to deliver a scalable and efficient renewable energy model:

-Monetizes Waste: Converts agricultural byproducts into a steady revenue stream through renewable electricity.

-Maximizes Efficiency: CHP configuration uses heat from electricity production to sustain pyrolysis reactions.

-Scalable Infrastructure: Provides a blueprint for other large-scale agricultural operations seeking to meet state renewable energy mandates.

Jeff Beiter, Founder and CEO of E-Finity Distributed Generation, noted, “This project demonstrates how distributed generation can deliver operational and environmental value, support odor control, and enable carbon credit generation, aligning economic performance with ESG goals.”