WM has officially opened a new renewable natural gas facility at its Twin Creeks Environmental Centre in Watford, marking a $200-million investment in Ontario’s energy and environmental infrastructure. Ontario Premier Doug Ford joined company officials, employees, local leaders and community members for the opening ceremony on Thursday. The facility captures landfill gas generated at the Twin Creeks site and processes it into pipeline-quality renewable natural gas that can be distributed through Ontario’s natural gas network. WM, previously known as Wate Managment, said the plant is expected to produce about two million MMBtu of renewable natural gas annually when operating at full capacity, enough energy to heat an estimated 35,000 homes. The facility is designed to process up to 8,000 standard cubic feet of landfill gas per minute. “By capturing landfill gas and putting it to beneficial use as renewable natural gas, we are creating value from our existing infrastructure while supporting Ontario’s energy future,” said Tracy Black, president of Waste Management of Canada Corporation. The company said construction of the facility supported contractors, skilled trades and suppliers, while ongoing operations will create technical and operational jobs. The Watford project is part of WM’s broader strategy to expand renewable energy production across North America. The company has said it plans to build 20 renewable natural gas facilities between 2022 and 2026. The investment also adds to WM’s recent spending in Ontario, including nearly $300 million invested in recycling facilities in Cambridge and Greater Napanee. Located in Warwick Township, the Twin Creeks Environmental Centre has also supported local programs and infrastructure projects through community grants, arena improvements and sponsorships. WM said the site has been certified by the Wildlife Habitat Council since 2004 and earned Conservation Gold Certification in 2025. Premier Doug Ford said the new facility demonstrates how private-sector investment can support economic growth while contributing to Ontario’s energy supply.
