Community Benefits
Supporting Local Economic Development
This project represents a decades-long commitment to Murray County. It will create approximately 100 jobs during construction and up to 6 permanent, high-paying positions for ongoing operations. The investment will generate new local tax revenue that can help fund schools, roads, and other public services.
Giving Food Waste a Second Life
Every year, millions of tons of organic waste end up in landfills, releasing harmful methane emissions and missing the opportunity to become a valuable resource. Through anaerobic digestion, we transform this organic material into renewable natural gas and natural, nutrient-rich fertilizer.
Locally Produced Energy
The proposed facility will generate enough energy to power approximately 5,300 homes. This critical domestic infrastructure strengthens American energy independence while expanding access to locally produced energy and diversifying Georgia’s energy supply.
Modern Design, Minimal Impact
Chatsworth AD1 will feature state-of-the-art enclosed systems, carbon filtration, and odor control technology to ensure compliance with environmental standards and protect community well-being. Organic material is processed off-site and delivered in sealed tanks before entering the system. Approximately 15 to 20 trucks will arrive daily during daylight hours on coordinated routes designed to minimize noise and disruption.
Sustaining American Farms
Anaerobic digesters are co-located on multigenerational farms. With rising costs and shrinking margins, our digesters help farmers diversify their income. This additional revenue keeps working farms in the family for generations to come, protecting the rural nature of the community and supporting local agriculture. The process also supports regenerative agriculture by replacing synthetic chemical fertilizers with a safe, nutrient-rich alternative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to learn more about the Chatsworth AD1 project? Explore answers to common questions about how Vanguard Renewables transforms food waste into renewable energy and supports local communities.
1. Is an anaerobic digester project safe for nearby residents?
2. Is taxpayer money used?
3. How are anaerobic digesters different from a waste dump or plant?
4. Do anaerobic digesters have any negative effects on water supply or quality?
5. Would this digester use a large amount of water to operate?
6. Will the properties neighboring the anaerobic digester experience a decline in property values?
7. Do anaerobic digesters create bad odors in my community?
8. What about traffic and noise?
9. How can I get in touch with you if I have more questions?
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Support Chatsworth AD1 in Murray County
If you believe this project will benefit Murray County, one of the most meaningful things you can do is share your support with local officials. Our county leaders truly do listen to the people who live here. Feel free to copy, personalize, and submit the letter below.
About Vanguard Renewables
By diverting organic waste streams from landfills, Vanguard Renewables reduces greenhouse gas emissions at scale while strengthening domestic energy infrastructure, supporting local communities, and sustaining America's farms.
- 11+ years of proven operational experience
- 765,000 tons of CO₂e mitigated
- 1.2 million tons of food waste recycled
- 1 million MMBtu of energy generated
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