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Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) is pipeline quality gas that is fully interchangeable with fossil natural gas but is produced from a renewable feedstock and can be used as a 100% substitute for, or blended with, conventional natural gas. RNG is an important alternative fuel that can help the State of California meet several GHG and renewable energy targets. As a transportation fuel, RNG can result in approximately 90% reduction in GHG emissions. Despite considerable potential, current RNG use on national and state levels are not significant. A concerted effort by all the stakeholders is needed to fully realize the potential of RNG. As part of this grant, the University of California, Riverside (UCR) has established a research center dedicated to the development of technologies that will enable RNG production and use in substantial quantities in California and elsewhere. The new center, referred to as the Center for Renewable Natural Gas (CRNG), leverages on-going research and collaborations at the Bourns College of Engineering – Center for Environmental Research & Technology (CE-CERT) at UCR to maximize the impact. The report evaluates RNG production potential in California and includes a survey of thermochemical conversion technologies available for RNG production. Outreach and education activities including a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Center for Renewable Natural Gas and an RNG themed symposium were also conducted as part of the project.