Summary:
Indore is making strides in urban waste management and sustainability by establishing India’s first green waste processing plant under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. This innovative project, developed under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, will transform green waste into valuable resources, showcasing the city’s dedication to environmental conservation. The plant, situated on 55,000 square feet of land in Bicholi Hapsi, will convert wood and branches into wooden pellets, providing an eco-friendly substitute for coal. Ensuring financial sustainability, the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) will receive Rs. 3,000 (US$ 34.66) per tonne in royalty for waste supply. With the city generating around 30 tonnes of green waste daily, rising to 60-70 tonnes in autumn, the plant will also integrate institutional waste collection.
Operated by Astronomical Industries Private Limited, the plant will utilise a specialised drying process to lower the moisture content of waste by 90% over three to four months, converting it into fine sawdust. This sawdust will serve multiple purposes, including biodegradable packaging, furniture production, fertilizer development and disposable plate manufacturing, contributing to reduced plastic consumption. Additionally, municipal gardens will have composting pits to process garden waste, further improving waste management. The wooden pellets produced will be supplied to the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) and other industrial facilities as a clean energy source, contributing to air quality improvement and supporting the Air Quality Index (AQI) management. This initiative is a significant step towards achieving the Garbage-Free Cities vision under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, fostering a cleaner and greener environment while providing a sustainable revenue stream for the municipal corporation.
Source: IBEF
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