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Hillsborough County has partnered with Waga Energy to transform landfill gas from its Lithia landfill into renewable natural gas (RNG), aiming to reduce methane emissions and generate $1 million to $2 million annually over 20 years. While the initiative seeks to utilize existing landfill gas more effectively, critics argue that it may contribute to fossil fuel infrastructure rather than advancing truly renewable energy sources. The project highlights the county's strategy to address greenhouse gas emissions while acknowledging that natural gas is not a complete solution.