Clean Energy Technologies Affiliate Secures Vermont MOU for 2.2 MW Lyndon Project Soil Protections
Clean Energy Technologies affiliate Vermont Renewable Gas signed an MOU with the Vermont Agency of Agriculture establishing soil preservation, feedstock sourcing and biochar quality requirements for its proposed 2.2 MW Lyndon renewable energy plant. The agreement sets pre- and post-construction soil testing, PFAS and heavy metals controls, and traceability obligations.
1. MOU Agreement and Scope
On May 7, Clean Energy Technologies’ affiliate Vermont Renewable Gas executed a stipulation with the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets for its planned 2.2 MW Lyndon renewable energy facility. The memorandum of understanding outlines comprehensive requirements governing agricultural and soil impacts and has been filed with the Vermont Public Utility Commission as part of the Section 248 review.
2. Soil Protection Requirements
The MOU mandates preservation, management and full restoration of primary agricultural soils affected by construction, with pre- and post-construction compaction testing and strict limits on soil disturbance. It also requires reclamation of disturbed soils to productive condition after decommissioning, ensuring ongoing viability for farming and ecosystem stability.
3. Biochar Controls and Oversight
Detailed operational safeguards include mandatory testing of biochar for PFAS, heavy metals, dioxins and PCBs, with distribution banned if any contaminants exceed regulatory thresholds. Feedstock materials must be traceable and exclude treated wood, plastics and contaminated waste, while regulators receive regular testing data and notifications of material changes in operations.