VA Tech Wabag and PEAK Sustainability Ventures have announced the development of their first Bio-CNG plant in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. This Project marks the first milestone under their waste-to-energy initiative announced on January 29, 2024, with a shared vision to establish 100 Bio-CNG plants at sewage treatment facilities across India and other markets.
The Bio-CNG plant will be developed at the 70 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Dundaheda, Ghaziabad, under a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model on a Public-Private Partnership basis.
The project will be executed through a newly incorporated special purpose vehicle, GHAZIABAD BIOENERGY PRIVATE LIMITED, formed jointly by WABAG and PEAK.
The plant will capture raw biogas generated at the STP, preventing methane emissions into the atmosphere, and upgrade it into high-quality renewable Bio-CNG fuel. This clean fuel will replace conventional fossil fuels in mobility and industrial applications, the statement said.
“Over the life of the project, it is estimated to reduce approximately 250,000 metric tons of carbon emissions. Commercial operations are expected to commence within one year,” VA Tech Wabag said.
In addition to reducing emissions, the project will improve air quality and generate employment for the local community. The company will pay a reverse tipping fee to the Ghaziabad Nagar Nigam for purchasing the biogas.
All major equipment will be sourced domestically, supporting the Government of India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
WABAG will lead Project execution and undertake operations and maintenance for a 15-year period.