Montauk Renewables Opens $200 Million Facility in North Carolina
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TURKEY, N.C., Sept. 15, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Montauk Renewables, Inc., a leading renewable energy company, has officially opened its new facility in Turkey, North Carolina, marking a significant investment in rural North Carolina. The project, a $200 million capital investment, aims to transform swine waste into electricity, providing a sustainable solution for the agricultural industry.
The company's CEO, Sean McClain, expressed gratitude for the partnership with local farmers and Sampson County.
The project, which repurposed the former Bay Valley Foods Distribution Center, is expected to create numerous jobs and expand the tax base in Sampson County. Senator Brent Jackson, a Sampson County farmer and leader on agricultural issues in the North Carolina Senate, praised the investment. "I am grateful that agriculture and agribusiness continue to invest and grow in North Carolina. Montauk’s capital investment is great news for Sampson County. This is not only good news for the pork producers, but the biochar produced here will also improve nutrient and water retention, supporting healthier soil and stronger crop yields."
Montauk Renewables, Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the management, recovery, and conversion of biogas into renewable natural gas (RNG). The company's technology allows it to capture methane from swine waste, preventing it from being released into the atmosphere and converting it into RNG or electrical power for the electrical grid. The project aligns with the company's mission to develop sustainable energy solutions while supporting the agricultural sector.
The opening of the Turkey, North Carolina facility is part of Montauk Renewables' broader strategy to expand its operations across the United States. The company currently operates at 14 projects and has ongoing development projects in California, Idaho, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas. By leveraging its expertise in renewable energy, Montauk Renewables aims to contribute to the state's economic growth and environmental sustainability.
The project is expected to have a significant positive impact on the local economy. Senator Jackson highlighted the importance of such investments for the state's agricultural sector. "Agriculture has an annual economic impact of more than $100 billion for the North Carolina economy, according to the N.C. Department of Agriculture. It is the state’s top industry, supporting roughly one in five jobs and spanning more than 42,000 farms across 8 million acres."
The opening of the Turkey, North Carolina facility represents a significant step forward for Montauk Renewables in its mission to provide sustainable energy solutions while supporting the agricultural industry. The project is expected to create jobs, expand the tax base, and contribute to the state's economic and environmental goals.