December 8, 2025
A project lead by SusBDe’s partner Pelican Biogas, we share the development on a portfolio of six Chicken Litter-to-Biogas plants in the US specifically in the state of Arkansas.
SusBDe CTO Mike van den Hof is responsible for the technology selection and processdesign, ensuring full alignment with the proven systems that will also be implemented in our Polish projects. The plants will apply the same advanced fermentation and gas treatment technology that underpins its partners and SusBDe’s success.
Each US plant will process approximately 100,000 tons of poultry litter, and DAF sludge (Dissolved Air Flotation) of the slaughterhouses per year, generating over 35million cubic meters of biogas annually — equivalent to an energy value capableof supplying thousands of households while significantly reducing methane emissions from agricultural waste.
SusBDe CTO Mike van den Hof works in close cooperation with the Engineer of Record, FCE, led by John Forcier, a well know authority in the US with regards renewable energy, biogas, and water management projects, with more than 100 completed orreviewed installations across the United States.
SusBDe’s U.S. partner, Pelican Biogas, is headed by Fred Tennant, an industry veteran in renewable energy and agricultural project development, especially in the field of the development of high-quality fertilizers. His mission is to advance sustainable and profitable solutions for waste management and clean energy generation through cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships.
The first plant is expected to achieve Commercial Operation (COD) in 2027 and will be realized in Arkansas. With an average investment volume of around USD 100 million per plant, this initiative marks a major step that demonstrates how proven European technology can accelerate the circular economy across the U.S and Europe.
More information will be shared in Q1-2026 on all partners involved and the amazing team in the U.S. that is contributing to these projects.
SusBDe strengthens its Advisory Board with the appointment of Bert Jägel as Chairman. The renewed Advisory Board will play a more active role in supporting the company's international growth, strategic development, and long-term mission in circular waste-to-energy and biomethane infrastructure.
'TEMPORARY UPDATE: Safety and security of our people in India remain our highest priority. As a precautionary measure, SusBDe has temporarily adjusted selected public team information while continuing all operations and commitments unchanged.
SusBDe attended the 60th anniversary edition of IFAT 2026 in Munich together with representatives from the SusBDe Group of Companies, Keva SusBDe Biotech and SusBDe India B.V. The visit focused on developments in waste segregation, PSA and membrane technologies, biomethane solutions and strengthening relationships with international partners, suppliers and technology providers.
SusBDe welcomes Mr. Sunil Kumar Bains as India Representative, bringing over 37 years of experience in Oil & Gas, CGD, and renewable gas infrastructure to drive SusBDe's expansion in the Indian bioenergy market.
Leadership Update: As of 31 March 2026, Mike van den Hof has stepped down as shareholder and director of SusBDe. Over the past four years, he contributed to the development of the company’s international activities and waste-to-energy platform.
SusBDe expands its presence in Suriname and Guyana through local representation, focusing on scalable Waste-to-Energy solutions that convert agricultural residues into renewable energy and high-quality fertilizers.
SusBDe Biotech Lanka is officially registered under BOI Section 17 and has been allocated 12 acres within the Kerawalapitiya Waste Management Zone, one of Sri Lanka’s key strategic hubs for municipal solid waste (MSW) processing.
