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Renewable gas
Frequently asked questions
Price lock CenterPoint Energy Services is committed to sound environmental stewardship. Natural gas  is an important source of energy that helps reduce pollution, burning cleaner than any other fossil fuel.  Renewable Gas is an environmentally beneficial supplement to traditional natural gas.

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What is renewable gas?

  • Methane gas obtained through three primary means:
    • Landfill – Collected emissions
    • Digesters – Micro-organism consumption
    • Gasifiers – Heat and pressure process

Why should I consider it?

  • Additional environmental benefits 
  • Federal and state incentives
  • Tradable Renewable Energy Credits
  • Extra Renewable Identification Numbers
  • Carbon emission offset

How much does it cost?

  • Generally matches traditional natural gas base price
  • Premium paid based on the value of:
    • Renewable Identification Numbers
    • Tradable Renewable Energy Credits
    • Carbon emission offset
  • Price may vary based on:
    • Supply and demand
    • Gas source location
    • Transportation requirements

Where can I learn more?

  • CenterPoint Energy Services has prepared a Frequently Asked Questions document that includes additional sources of information about renewable gas.
Download the Renewable Gas FAQ fact sheet (PDF)