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Time of India
19-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
WtE plant to process refuse derived fuel, produce power
Lucknow: A waste-to-energy (WtE) plant will be set up at Shivri by the Lucknow Municipal Corporation soon. The plant will process refuse derived fuel (RDF) made from non-recyclable plastics, paper, cardboard and other combustible inorganic materials collected from the city and nearby municipalities and nagar panchayats. By processing RDF locally, the project is expected to cut down significantly high logistic cost of transporting waste to cement factories about 500 km away. The plant is part of city's plan to set up a 15 MW RDF-to-electricity unit aimed at managing waste and generating power from it. It will use 1,000–1,200 metric tonnes of RDF produced daily in Lucknow, which is transported to other locations. The project, estimated to cost Rs 450 crore, will be developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) model using the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) structure. Funding will be divided among the private partner (50%), the state or urban local body (25%), and the central govt (25%), with Viability Gap Funding (VGF) proposed. Additional municipal commissioner Arvind Rao said the plant will handle waste and produce electricity. Mayor Sushma Kharakwal said the project aligned with goals related to waste and energy in urban and rural regions. "The plant is expected to be completed in over two years on 20–25 acres of land and will need 3 million litres water per day. It will create jobs, produce revenue through power sales and support carbon credit activities," she said. The facility will run on RDF with systems like stoker grate or fluidized bed boilers, high-pressure boilers, and turbines. Electricity produced will be sold to state's power utility under power purchase agreement. The plant has bag filters, scrubbers, and monitoring equipment for emission control to meet norms of Central and UP Pollution Control Boards. Residual ash may be reused in construction and cement-related work.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Can construction waste plant truly combat pollution in Lucknow?
LUCKNOW : Lucknow Municipal Corporation 's construction and demolition (C&D) waste recycling plant in Harikansh Garhi, Mohanlalganj recycles nearly 150 tonnes of waste every day. On the eve of World Environment Day, TOI visited the facility to assess its on-ground impact and contribution to reducing pollution in the city. According to data, Lucknow generates approximately 250 to 300 tonnes of C&D waste daily. However, only 100 to 150 tonnes—primarily from small-scale construction and home renovation activities—are collected on a regular basis. The task of collecting and transporting this waste from designated pickup points falls to concessionaire Rise Eleven, which also operates the recycling plant. The plant has a processing capacity of 300 tonnes per day and utilises wet processing technology to segregate waste. It produces items such as interlocking pavers, concrete blocks, precast walls, and tree pots, which are either sold in the market or used in civic infrastructure projects. "This plant was set up with the future in mind and is equipped to meet the city's needs for the next 15 years," said Dr Arvind Rao, additional municipal commissioner. "However, cooperation from bulk waste generators is crucial to its success." Under the C&D waste management rules issued by the ministry of environment, forest and climate change, large construction sites are required to dispose of their waste at designated facilities and pay a processing fee. Despite this, officials acknowledge that enforcement remains weak. Unauthorised dumping—particularly along roadsides, empty plots, and drains—is still common, especially in rapidly developing areas. To combat this, the LMC has launched awareness campaigns and held seminars targeting both builders and residents. Still, officials admit that better enforcement and improved collection systems are key to addressing the problem. Environmentalists echo this concern. Vivek Singh, who runs an NGO focused on urban environmental issues, said, "This facility is a positive step, but it's not enough. In many parts of the city, especially on the outskirts, C&D waste is left unattended for months. It adds significantly to dust and air pollution. LMC must expand its collection network and reduce turnaround time." According to existing regulations, LMC and other govt departments are required to use 20–25% recycled material in construction projects. However, compliance data was not provided, raising questions about whether these targets are being met consistently. The site visit underscored that while the infrastructure is in place, there are still significant gaps in collection, monitoring, and policy enforcement. As the city marks World Environment Day, experts stress the need to shift the focus from infrastructure to implementation—ensuring that plans on paper translate into visible results on the ground.
Time of India
04-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Construction debris buries clean up act
Lucknow: Lucknow Municipal Corporation's construction and demolition (C&D) waste recycling plant in Harikansh Garhi, Mohanlalganj recycles nearly 150 tonnes of waste every day. On the eve of World Environment Day, TOI visited the facility to assess its on-ground impact and contribution to reducing pollution in the city. According to data, Lucknow generates approximately 250 to 300 tonnes of C&D waste daily. However, only 100 to 150 tonnes—primarily from small-scale construction and home renovation activities—are collected on a regular basis. The task of collecting and transporting this waste from designated pickup points falls to concessionaire Rise Eleven, which also operates the recycling plant. The plant has a processing capacity of 300 tonnes per day and utilises wet processing technology to segregate waste. It produces items such as interlocking pavers, concrete blocks, precast walls, and tree pots, which are either sold in the market or used in civic infrastructure projects. "This plant was set up with the future in mind and is equipped to meet the city's needs for the next 15 years," said Dr Arvind Rao, additional municipal commissioner. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Najnowszy szwajcarski aparat słuchowy – innowacja i dyskrecja GEERS Undo "However, cooperation from bulk waste generators is crucial to its success." Under the C&D waste management rules issued by the ministry of environment, forest and climate change, large construction sites are required to dispose of their waste at designated facilities and pay a processing fee. Despite this, officials acknowledge that enforcement remains weak. Unauthorised dumping—particularly along roadsides, empty plots, and drains—is still common, especially in rapidly developing areas. To combat this, the LMC has launched awareness campaigns and held seminars targeting both builders and residents. Still, officials admit that better enforcement and improved collection systems are key to addressing the problem. Environmentalists echo this concern. Vivek Singh, who runs an NGO focused on urban environmental issues, said, "This facility is a positive step, but it's not enough. In many parts of the city, especially on the outskirts, C&D waste is left unattended for months. It adds significantly to dust and air pollution. LMC must expand its collection network and reduce turnaround time." According to existing regulations, LMC and other govt departments are required to use 20–25% recycled material in construction projects. However, compliance data was not provided, raising questions about whether these targets are being met consistently. The site visit underscored that while the infrastructure is in place, there are still significant gaps in collection, monitoring, and policy enforcement. As the city marks World Environment Day, experts stress the need to shift the focus from infrastructure to implementation—ensuring that plans on paper translate into visible results on the ground.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Waste transfer stn for better sanitation
Lucknow: The Lucknow Municipal Corporation , in partnership with the Lucknow Swachhata Abhiyan (LSA), has set up a Fixed Compactor Transfer Station (FCTS) at Bhaisora. The new facility is expected to reduce the use of open dumpers and shift to a more contained method of waste collection and transport. The FCTS will serve as a central point where garbage will be compacted and transferred into closed capsule vehicles to be carried to disposal or processing sites without leaving any material exposed. The station can handle up to 29 metric tonne of waste in a single trip, more than twice the capacity of the older open truck system. Head of municipal solid waste and waste-to-energy operations at LSA, Manoj Soni said, "This facility represents a change in how we manage waste. The focus is not just on improving logistics, but also on reducing the health impact and environmental footprint of city waste." The facility is expected to be fully operational by June 5, aligning with World Environment Day. According to additional municipal commissioner Arvind Rao, the shift to sealed compactors will not only improve waste transport but also make city roads safer by preventing leaks and related accidents. "The introduction of capsule-type compactors is a step towards better waste management and safer city roads. By preventing spillage and odour, we aim to improve everyday conditions for both residents and sanitation workers. This facility supports our broader commitment to strengthening urban infrastructure in Lucknow," he added. Lucknow: The Lucknow Municipal Corporation, in partnership with the Lucknow Swachhata Abhiyan (LSA), has set up a Fixed Compactor Transfer Station (FCTS) at Bhaisora. The new facility is expected to reduce the use of open dumpers and shift to a more contained method of waste collection and transport. The FCTS will serve as a central point where garbage will be compacted and transferred into closed capsule vehicles to be carried to disposal or processing sites without leaving any material exposed. The station can handle up to 29 metric tonne of waste in a single trip, more than twice the capacity of the older open truck system. Head of municipal solid waste and waste-to-energy operations at LSA, Manoj Soni said, "This facility represents a change in how we manage waste. The focus is not just on improving logistics, but also on reducing the health impact and environmental footprint of city waste." The facility is expected to be fully operational by June 5, aligning with World Environment Day. According to additional municipal commissioner Arvind Rao, the shift to sealed compactors will not only improve waste transport but also make city roads safer by preventing leaks and related accidents. "The introduction of capsule-type compactors is a step towards better waste management and safer city roads. By preventing spillage and odour, we aim to improve everyday conditions for both residents and sanitation workers. This facility supports our broader commitment to strengthening urban infrastructure in Lucknow," he added.
