About

Zero Waste Energy, LLC is an industry-leading development company specializing in the design, construction, and operation of integrated solid waste and organics processing facilities. Founded in 2009 and incorporated in 2010 in California, the company focuses on maximizing diversion of waste from landfills while generating renewable energy and high-quality compost. Zero Waste Energy uses advanced technologies such as dry anaerobic digestion, in-vessel composting, and integrated sorting systems to convert organic and mixed solid waste into biogas, electricity, vehicle fuel, and soil amendments. Working with municipalities and private partners, the company has delivered large-scale projects like the San Jose commercial organics facility and other innovative plants in North America. By combining engineering, operations, and project development expertise, Zero Waste Energy helps cities and companies meet regulatory requirements, climate goals, and sustainability targets while improving the overall efficiency of waste management systems.

Bio-gas

Eric Herbert

CEO

Operating since 2009

10–50 Members

Impact

Eco-system

Agricultural Lands

Sub-sectors

Circular Economy

Products & services

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Dry Anaerobic Digestion with In-Vessel Composting

Zero Waste Energy uses dry anaerobic digestion to process organic and mixed solid waste in enclosed digesters, producing biogas that can be converted into electricity or CNG fuel. Following digestion, an in-vessel composting stage stabilizes the digestate and produces marketable compost, all within controlled, low-odor facilities designed for high diversion and energy recovery.

Certificates & compliances

1 Global Recycled Standard (GRS)