Fall River, Massachusetts Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Loci Controls Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for transforming landfill gas collection. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 12090532, titled ‘Devices and techniques relating to landfill gas extraction’, introduces an automated system that significantly improves gas recovery efficiency from landfills.
This technology uses advanced sensors and automated controls to monitor and adjust gas extraction in real time. The system can detect changes in gas composition and environmental conditions, then fine-tune flow rates and valve positions to maximize methane capture while minimizing air intrusion.
By improving how landfill gas is collected, the invention boosts renewable energy production and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. It also lowers operational costs by reducing the need for manual adjustments and minimizing system downtime.
The automated approach marks a major shift in landfill management. Traditional systems rely heavily on fixed schedules and manual checks, often leading to inconsistent performance. Loci Controls’ innovation ensures precise, data-driven control, making landfill gas a more reliable energy resource.
This breakthrough reflects growing efforts to modernize waste-to-energy solutions with intelligent, sustainable technologies. With this patented system, Loci Controls is setting a new standard for landfill operations, showing how smart automation can help fight climate change while improving energy efficiency.