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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
German Development Bank backs Indian Biogas venture with 38 mn euro funding
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel German Export Finance bank has provided 38 million euros in equity and debt financing to CEF Group , an Indian cleantech company focused on converting waste into compressed biogas , the company said on funding will support the construction of two compressed biogas (CBG) plants as part of CEF Group's broader plan to build 22 such facilities across company converts agricultural, agro-industrial and municipal waste into clean fuel while promoting circular economy in 2018, CEF Group operates under India's SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) scheme, which aims to promote CBG as a clean alternative to fossil fuels through private-sector company currently has three projects in advanced execution stages - two municipal solid waste-based plants in Jammu and Ahmedabad, and one facility in Western Uttar Pradesh that processes press mud, a sugar industry byproduct."We are not just building biogas plants, we are empowering rural economies, advancing energy independence, and driving India's transition to a truly circular economy," CEF Group CEO and Founder Maninder Singh said in a SATAT initiative , launched by the government, seeks to convert agricultural and municipal waste into energy while creating new revenue streams for rural economies. CEF Group processes thousands of tonnes of organic waste and municipal solid waste investment represents a significant boost for India's renewable energy sector as the country seeks to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and manage its growing waste challenges.
News18
8 hours ago
- Business
- News18
German Development Bank backs Indian Biogas venture with 38 mn euro funding
New Delhi, Aug 1 (PTI) German Export Finance bank has provided 38 million euros in equity and debt financing to CEF Group, an Indian cleantech company focused on converting waste into compressed biogas, the company said on Friday. The funding will support the construction of two compressed biogas (CBG) plants as part of CEF Group's broader plan to build 22 such facilities across India. The company converts agricultural, agro-industrial and municipal waste into clean fuel while promoting circular economy initiatives. Founded in 2018, CEF Group operates under India's SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) scheme, which aims to promote CBG as a clean alternative to fossil fuels through private-sector participation. The company currently has three projects in advanced execution stages – two municipal solid waste-based plants in Jammu and Ahmedabad, and one facility in Western Uttar Pradesh that processes press mud, a sugar industry byproduct. 'We are not just building biogas plants, we are empowering rural economies, advancing energy independence, and driving India's transition to a truly circular economy," CEF Group CEO and Founder Maninder Singh said in a statement. The SATAT initiative, launched by the government, seeks to convert agricultural and municipal waste into energy while creating new revenue streams for rural economies. CEF Group processes thousands of tonnes of organic waste and municipal solid waste annually. The investment represents a significant boost for India's renewable energy sector as the country seeks to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and manage its growing waste challenges. PTI LUX DR DR view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Business Standard
25-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
EcoYou Powers India's Energy Independence with Global Biogas Growth Ahead of BioEnergy Global 2025
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 25: EcoYou - the Energy Division of Ecoboard Industries Limited - has solidified its position as a global leader in Compressed Biogas (CBG) solutions, with over 125 large-scale biogas digestor installations operating across the world. These systems treat more than 20 million cubic meters of industrial effluents annually, converting waste from dairy, distillery, and agro-industries into clean, renewable energy. EcoYou will showcase these innovations at BioEnergy Global 2025, to be held in New Delhi from July 29-31, where it joins leading energy companies, policymakers, and technology providers shaping the future of bioenergy. EcoYou's Indian clients are now actively participating in the Government of India's SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) scheme, converting raw biogas into purified bio-CBG for industrial and vehicular use. "At EcoYou, we help our customers turn waste into wealth," said G. Ramakrishna Raju, Managing Director of EcoYou. "Effluent treatment is no longer optional--it's essential for industrial sustainability. Our systems save around 500,000 tons of coal annually, substantially reducing greenhouse gas emissions." EcoYou's Dry Digestor Systems, in partnership with Ruckert Naturgas (Germany), tackle solid waste, while Wet Digestor systems--based on Swiss technology--process high-load liquid waste. The company has also partnered with KP Engineering to deliver Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) solutions. Through these innovations, EcoYou transforms industrial waste into bio-CBG, contributing directly to environmental protection, energy security, and economic development. EcoYou's advanced biogas systems are powered by Sulzer-based Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) technology, known for its robust, energy-efficient performance in complex industrial environments. "Globally, our systems are helping industries reduce their carbon footprint while embracing circularity. This is not just environmental stewardship--it's sustainable progress that benefits the planet, people, and profits" says Praveen Gottumukkala, Technical Advisor at EcoYou. Beyond energy production, EcoYou's projects have far-reaching environmental and economic benefits. By enabling reuse of treated water, industries reduce their freshwater dependency and operational costs. The systems also support organic composting and sludge-to-energy conversion, aligning with India's sustainability priorities including the National Water Mission, Swachh Bharat, and multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Globally, countries like Germany, Japan, and the Netherlands have stringent discharge norms and high adoption of biogas and ZLD systems. Technologies such as membrane bioreactors (MBRs), advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), AI-enabled monitoring, and real-time analytics are increasingly common. Treated wastewater is reused in agriculture, and sludge is processed into energy or compost, supported by strong digital infrastructure and regulatory enforcement. India is fast catching up. Adoption of dry and wet digestors and ZLD technologies is growing, especially among large industries. More corporates are integrating bio-CBG projects into their ESG and CSR frameworks, making sustainability part of their core strategy. Headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, EcoYou is playing a pivotal role in shaping India's environmental and industrial future. By serving clients in sectors such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, distilleries, and food processing, EcoYou is ensuring that industrial progress and ecological responsibility go hand in hand.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
EverEnviro's Indore CBG plant achieves 20 TPD output, highest PLF in India's bioenergy sector
New Delhi: India's first large-scale compressed biogas (CBG) plant built on municipal solid waste (MSW) has reached a daily production of 20 tonnes, making it the most productive CBG facility in the country. Operated by EverEnviro Resource Management Pvt Ltd in partnership with the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC), the facility has achieved the highest Plant Load Factor (PLF) in the sector. Commissioned in 2022 and inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the plant processes 550 metric tonnes of segregated organic waste every day. Built on a site that earlier contained more than 2,00,000 metric tonnes of legacy waste, the facility contributes to an estimated reduction of 70,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions annually. Mahesh Girdhar, MD & CEO of EverEnviro, said, 'This achievement underscores the viability of industrial-scale bioenergy solutions in addressing urban waste challenges. It reflects effective collaboration across stakeholders and alignment with national climate and sustainability targets. Indore demonstrates what integrated, outcome-driven infrastructure can deliver.' In addition to 20 tonnes per day of CBG, the plant also generates 40 metric tonnes of organic fertilizer daily. The gas is distributed to over 15,000 households through Avantika Gas, Gujarat Gas, and Naveria Gas and is also used to power Indore's city bus fleet. Recognised as a national benchmark, the Indore plant has attracted interest from urban local bodies across India and international delegations from the UK, Nepal and Southeast Asia. The site has also become a hub for students, researchers and policymakers exploring scalable models for waste-to-energy and urban sustainability. The project aligns with India's clean energy and circular economy objectives and supports national initiatives like the Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0 and SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation), contributing to India's broader net zero goals.
The Hindu
19-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Mysuru's waste to power clean energy, fuel MCC vehicles
In a major step towards sustainable waste management and clean energy production, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) signed a memorandum of understanding on Thursday to establish a 150 tonnes per day (TPD) Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant at the Vidyaranyapuram Solid Waste Management facility. The MCC said this was Karnataka's first-ever CBG plant agreement under the Government of India's SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) initiative, aimed at converting municipal wet waste into low-emission, renewable fuel. Delving on the capacity and investment, the MCC said the plant would process 150 TPD of organic wet waste with an investment of ₹60–₹66 crore. The initiative targets reduction in landfill usage — Mysuru generates more than 600 TPD of waste — curbing methane emissions, and supplying clean biogas fuel with low emission suitable for municipal vehicles and retail use. The project supports BPCL's SATAT objectives and promotes public sector collaboration for clean fuel transition. The authorities said this was a regional milestone and although similar initiatives were under way in Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, and Kozhikode, this is the first such MoU in Karnataka, positioning Mysuru as a pioneer in green energy adoption in the State. Construction of the plant is scheduled to commence next month, with completion and commissioning expected within 24 months. MCC Commissioner Shaikh Tanveer Asif said the CBG plant was a transformative solution for Mysuru's waste and energy needs — reducing landfill load while producing clean fuel and steering the city towards zero-waste sustainability. BPCL Executive Director (Biofuels) P. Anil Kumar said under the SATAT vision, the joint venture with MCC reflected BPCL's commitment to biofuel innovation, environmental stewardship, and supporting India's green transport transition. K.S. Mruthyunjaya, Assistant Executive Engineer, MCC, and P. Anil Kumar, Executive Director — Biofuels; R. Sasi Prakash, General Manager (CBG), and others represented BPCL at the signing of the MoU.
