New Steam IP
Biofuel Farm
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New Steam IP
Biofuel Farm
Landfill Gas is the top polluter of orange county
Orange County Climate Action Plan 2024
Landfill gas is the largest GHG polluter.
Cumulatively considerable net increase of VOCs, NOX, CO, PM10, and PM2.5.
Municipal Business-as-Usual (BAU) emissions refer to projected greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions for a county operations under a scenario where existing policies and trends
continue without additional mitigation measures.
The Subsequent EIR identified significant impacts related to Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions that cannot be avoided or mitigated below a level of significance.
Just 1 mile from our San Juan Hills High School
Prima Deshecha landfill Zone 4 expansion Environmental Impact Report. Currently states the landfill is a source of cumulatively considerable increases of VOCs, NOX, CO, and Micro Particulate Matter.
Environmentally Superior Alternative
"Aggressive Methane Management."
Methane Capture "Aggressive Methane Management."
Methane Capture "Aggressive Methane Management."
Methane Capture "Aggressive Methane Management."
"Yolo County Central Landfill is the most innovative and environmentally conscious waste management facility in the country!"
by Ramin Yazdani, Ph.D., P.E.
The Innovation Lab
Methane Capture "Aggressive Methane Management."
Methane Capture "Aggressive Methane Management."
The Innovation: Instead of composting (which releases CO2 and odors), this nitrogen-rich waste is injected into the NSIP Bioreactor.
The Result: The animal waste acts as a "starter fluid," accelerating the decomposition of dry landfill waste, boosting methane production by
15–20%, and fueling the 20MW generator
New Steam Independent Power Inc.
Community Fact Sheet
100% of captured gas is treated and sent directly to fuel the generators.
📑 EXECUTIVE PACKET: The South OC Renewable Energy Hub
Project Site: Prima Deshecha Landfill, Zone 4
Date: February 1 2026
Subject: Transitioning from "Flaring Compliance" to "Baseload Profitability"
1. THE SOLUTION: The "Closed-Loop" Biofuel Farm
This model replaces the wasteful practice of flaring with a high-efficiency recovery system.
- Airtight Collection: Utilizing 600 acres of Multi-Layer LLDPE (Linear Low-Density Polyethylene), we create a seamless, pressurized seal over the landfill. Best Available Control Technology (BACT) Aggressive Methane Management.
- Fuel Delivery: Instead of gas being released or flared, it is captured at the source, scrubbed of impurities, and sent directly to the Linear Generator array.
- Baseload Production: This captured fuel provides the consistent energy needed to power 16,500 homes and the Doheny Desalination Plant 24/7.
2. INFRASTRUCTURE COST BREAKDOWN
Component Function Estimated Cost
600-Acre LLDPE System Airtight Membrane:
99% of gas is trapped and sent to generators rather than leaking.$48.5M
Linear Generators (20MW)The Powerhouse:
Converts captured gas into electricity with near-zero NOx emissions.$34.0M
Triple-Stage Air Scrubbers Fuel Pre-Treatment:
Cleans gas of sulfur and siloxanes before it fuels the generators to protect the machinery.$4.0M
Active Biofuel Barn, Negative-Pressure Greenhouse:
Encloses the open dumping area to capture "fresh" gas and eliminate neighborhood odors.$20.0M
Animal Waste Bio-Reactor The Catalyst:
Uses SJC equestrian/pet waste to accelerate decomposition and boost fuel production.$10.5M
January 2026 Final CAP mandate for "Aggressive Methane Management."
3. THE SJC MICROGRID: Resilience & Impact
By finalizing the SJC Microgrid, we achieve "Energy Sovereignty" for the city of San Juan Capistrano.
- Total Capacity: 20 MW of "Firm" Baseload Power.
- Residential Impact: Enough electricity to power 16,500 households (every home in SJC).
- "Islanding" Capability: During a regional grid failure, SJC remains powered. The landfill functions as a Local Microgrid Hub, prioritizing electricity for emergency services and water pumps.
EXECUTIVE BRIEF: The South OC Renewable Energy Hub
The "Biofuel Farm" at Prima Deshecha Landfill
The Challenge: Flaring is Wasting Our Future
Currently, Prima Deshecha flares roughly 3,000 scfm of landfill gas, essentially burning away 4.3 million cubic feet of biofuel every day. This results in:
- Lost Revenue: Millions in potential clean energy sales wasted.
- Environmental Risk: Standard soil caps allow "fugitive" methane leaks and odors to drift into Forster Ranch.
- Grid Fragility: South OC remains vulnerable to regional blackouts and rising energy costs.
- Municipal Business-as-Usual (BAU).
The Solution: The NSIP Biofuel Farm (Environmentally Superior Alternative)
We propose moving from a "waste disposal" model to an "Active Energy Campus."
1. The Infrastructure "Triple-Play"
- Airtight Capping: Deploying 600 acres of high-efficiency LLDPE (Polyethylene) caps, increasing gas capture from 70% to over 95%.
- Modular "Greenhouse" Barns: Enclosing active dumping areas in negative-pressure buildings. This captures gas at the source and
- Eliminates 99.9% of gas and odors before they leave the site.
- Linear Generators: Replacing combustion engines with near-zero emission linear generators to produce 20MW of firm baseload power.
- Final CAP mandate for "Aggressive Methane Management."
2. The Innovation Lab & Animal Waste Bioreactor
By integrating San Juan Capistrano’s equestrian waste into an onsite bio-reactor, we:
- Accelerate Energy Production: Turn neighborhood waste into "catalyst fluid" for faster methane recovery.
- Reclaim Airspace: Shrink the waste mass to recover 15-18% of landfill volume, extending the site's life by an estimated 10 years without expansion.
- "Aggressive Methane Management."
3. The "Water-Energy Nexus" & SJC Resiliency
- Power for 16,500 Homes: A 20MW output is sufficient to power the entirety of San Juan Capistrano.
- Islanding Capability: During a regional grid failure, this microgrid allows SJC to operate independently.
- Desalination Link: Provides direct-line power to the Doheny Desalination Plant, ensuring our local water supply remains online even
- during state-wide blackouts.
Recommended Action
- Adopt the Biofuel Farm as the Environmentally Superior Alternative in the 2026 Subsequent EIR.
- Authorize OCWR to submit the Letter of Intent (LOI) to the California IBank to lock in 4% interest rates.
- Formalize the Microgrid Power Agreement to secure SJC energy and water independence.
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🛠️ The 4 Common Sense Solutions
1. Stop the Leak (Airtight Capping)
The Problem: Current soil caps are like a "screen door" they let 25–30% of gas leak out, which causes odors and wastes fuel.
The Solution: Use an Airtight LLDPE (Linear Low-Density Polyethylene) Membrane. Best Available Control Technology (BACT).
- Common Sense: It’s like putting a lid on a pot to keep the steam in. It captures 99% of the gas, meaning more fuel for power and zero "fugitive" odors drifting into Forster Ranch.
2. Capture at the Source (The Greenhouse Barn)
The Problem: Odors escape the moment a truck dumps trash at the open "active face."
The Solution: Enclose the dumping area in a Modular Negative-Pressure Building. Best Available Control Technology (BACT)
- Common Sense: It’s like a giant kitchen hood. It sucks air inward, so no smells can escape. This captures the "freshest" gas immediately and sends it to the generators instead of letting it blow toward neighborhoods.
- "Aggressive Methane Management." Best Available Control Technology (BACT)
3. Clean Power, No Fire (Linear Generators)
The Problem: Traditional flares just burn gas to get rid of it (wasted money), and old combustion engines are loud and dirty.
The Solution: Use Linear Generators.
- Common Sense: These have no crankshafts or pistons. They are quieter, have near-zero emissions, and are modular. If one needs repair, the others keep running. It turns a "trash disposal" site into a 24/7 Power Plant.
4. Shrink the Waste (Animal Waste Bio-Reactor)
The Problem: The landfill fills up. Building a new one would cost taxpayers over $500M.
The Solution: Use SJC’s Equestrian Waste as a catalyst.
- Common Sense: Animal waste is "starter fluid" for decomposition. By injecting it into the landfill, we speed up trash breakdown by 20 years.
- This "shrinks" the waste, reclaiming 18% of the space and keeping the landfill open for an extra decade without expanding its footprint.
🏠 NEIGHBORHOOD NOTICE: Turning a Liability into an Asset
A Comparison of the "Status Quo" vs. the "Biofuel Farm" Solution
For years, living near the Prima Deshecha Landfill has meant dealing with the odors from Landfill Gas.
The Subsequent EIR identified significant impacts related to Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions that
cannot be avoided or mitigated below a level of significance. that addresses the
considerable net increase of VOCs, NOX, CO, PM10, and PM2.5 impacts identified in the EIR
The 2026 Climate Action Plan offers no choice: continue "managing a dump" Business-as-Usual (BAU).
or Common Sense build a "Biofuel Farm Power Plant." the Environmentally Superior Alternative.
1. ODOR CONTROL: The "Kitchen Hood" Solution
- The Status Quo (Leaky): Business-as-Usual (BAU)
- Trash is dumped in the open air. Winds carry odors into our backyards. Soil covers are used,
- But they act like a screen door methane and smells still leak out.
- The Biofuel Farm (Sealed): We move the dumping area inside a Modular Greenhouse Barn. Like a giant kitchen hood, it uses "negative pressure"
- To suck air inward. Not a single smell escapes. The entire 600-acre site is then sealed with an Airtight Membrane (like a giant Ziploc bag) To trap every molecule of gas.
- Common Sense: You don't leave the trash can open in your kitchen; you put a lid on it. We are finally putting a lid on Prima Deshecha.
- "Aggressive Methane Management." Best Available Control Technology (BACT)
2. ENERGY: The "SJC Independence" Solution
- The Status Quo (Wasted): Every day, we flare (burn away) 4.3 million cubic feet of gas. It’s like leaving a gas stove burner on 24/7 with nothing on it. It’s dangerous, wasteful, and produces 0 energy.
- The Biofuel Farm (Productive): That gas is captured and sent to Linear Generators. This produces enough clean electricity for 16,500 homes. Every single house in San Juan Capistrano.
- Common Sense: Instead of burning money in a flare, we are using it to power our city and keep our local utility rates stable.
- "Aggressive Methane Management."
3. SAFETY: The "Life-Support" Microgrid
- The Status Quo (Vulnerable): If the regional grid goes down due to a fire or blackout, SJC goes dark.
- The Biofuel Farm (Resilient): This project creates a Local Microgrid. And connects directly to the Doheny Desalination Plant.
- Common Sense: If the state's power grid fails, our "Island" stays on. SJC will have its own independent source of water and electricity for our homes.
📢 Take Action
The Subsequent EIR identified significant impacts related to Air Quality and
Greenhouse Gas Emissions that cannot be avoided or mitigated below a level of significance.
Tell the Board of Supervisors you want a Environmentally Superior Alternative the
Biofuel Farm Alternative the only plan that seals the odors and secures our power for decades.
"Let's stop being a dump and start being a power plant."
In compliance with CEQA, comments from agencies and individuals on this
Subsequent EIR will be accepted in writing during the 45-day public review period from
February 2, 2026, to March 19, 2026.
Comments on the Subsequent EIR may be submitted to:
Leila Barker, CEQA ManagerOC Waste & Recycling
601 North Ross Street, 5th Floor Santa Ana, CA 92701
Email: OCWR-CEQAReview@ocwr.ocgov.com
- The CAP Win: This fulfills the January 2026 Final CAP measure for "Aggressive Methane Management" across municipal assets.
On Mitigation Science: "Focuses on modeling air quality co-benefits the Commission prioritize projects that use modeling to validate., such as modular negative-pressure containment, to mitigate fugitive VOCs in urban-adjacent landfill expansions.
January 2026 Final CAP mandate for "Aggressive Methane Management."
The New Steam Independent Power Inc. "Biofuel Farm" is the only plan that seals the
Methane gas and odors and sends it to generators instead of letting it blow toward homes.
January 2026 Final CAP mandate for "Aggressive Methane Management."
By using Negative-Pressure Modular Barns, we stop Methane gas and odors at the source before they ever reach any neighborhoods.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
9:00 A.M. Presentations
9:30 A.M. Regular Business
Just 1 mile from our San Juan Hills High School,
Prima Deshecha Landfill. Zone 4 expansion Environmental Impact Report (EIR).
The significant impacts related to Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions that
cannot be avoided or mitigated below a level of significance. and the
considerable net increase of VOCs, NOX, CO, PM10, and PM2.5 impacts identified in the Environmental Impact Report.
I ask for you to move to approve the New Steam Independent Power Inc. Biofuel Farm alternative, the
Environmentally Superior Alternative (ESA). Prima Deshecha Landfill. Zone 4 expansion Environmental Impact Report.
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California Energy Emergency
Yolo County controlled landfill project
Over fivefold that seen from conventional Landfill
https://www.yolocounty.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/75767/638077427014970000
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Landfill gas monitoring (Pilot scale project, Task 4): Over the past year, landfill gas monitoring has shown greatly accelerated methane generation, with a rate constant over fivefold that seen from conventional landfills.
This finding amply confirms the hoped for acceleration of methane generation and waste stabilization, with important implication for both increased renewable energy capture from landfill methane,
Not another Chiquita Canyon
Comparing the NSIP Biofuel Farm (proposed for Prima Deshecha) to the Chiquita Canyon Landfill crisis in Castaic is a study in "Prevention vs. Disaster."
Unable to extinguish a smoldering chemical reaction that sent
noxious odors into area neighborhoods
We cannot allow Prima Deshecha to become the next Chiquita Canyon. While the County labels odors as 'unavoidable,' we see in Castaic that 'unavoidable' actually means 'uncontrollable.'
The NSIP Biofuel Farm is the only option that uses negative-pressure containment to ensure our community never suffers the health and financial crisis currently unfolding in North LA County.
Landfill Gas to Energy
Prima Landfill Waste 4.3 million scf of LFG fuel daily
Developing this consistent renewable energy for future energy demands
Developing this consistent renewable energy for future energy demands
Our Prima landfill here in San Juan Capistrano burns off 3000 cfm of LFG that could produce
11 to 12 MW or more
This alone could power up to 10,000 homes or more in South Orange County now.
A total waste of this valuable consistent renewable energy.
Developing this consistent renewable energy for future energy demands
Developing this consistent renewable energy for future energy demands
Developing this consistent renewable energy for future energy demands
Over 2000 landfills nation wide have no LFG collection system at this time.
Only 542 have any kind of collection. And still waste millions of cubic feet of methane daily.
https://www.epa.gov/lmop/project-and-landfill-data-state
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Developing this consistent renewable energy for future energy demands
The Clear Alternative
Consistent Renewable Energy
Our Biofuel Farm project aims to capture 100% of this valuable consistent renewable energy.
This will provide energy for Orange County for
decades to come. This form of landfill design and operation converts the landfill into a bioreactor.