In a major step towards sustainable waste management, the Uttar Pradesh government is set to launch an ambitious project in Greater Noida, aimed at converting 50 tonnes of wet waste into bio-CNG daily. This initiative, targeting the efficient disposal and utilisation of organic waste, is expected to benefit approximately 12 lakh residents across 380 square kilometres, spanning 95 sectors and 124 villages in the region’s eight administrative zones.
An official spokesperson revealed that the project will be spearheaded by the establishment of a Sequential Batch Reactor Technology-based sewage treatment plant in Sector 1 of Greater Noida. The plant, with a significant capacity of 45 million litres per day, is slated to be built at a cost of Rs 79.57 crore. The government is currently in the process of selecting agencies and allocating contracts for the plant’s construction, operation, and testing phases. In tandem with the sewage treatment plant, the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) is advancing a separate project to convert wet waste into bio-CNG. This initiative, with an estimated budget of Rs 17 crore, will see the establishment of a bio-CNG unit in Astauli, Greater Noida. The aim is to achieve 100% scientific processing of municipal solid waste, aligning with modern waste management principles.
Greater Noida’s current waste management framework includes a decentralised model with three approved processing units: two mechanical composting units with a capacity of 10 tonnes per day (TPD) each and one bio-methanation unit with a capacity of 18 TPD. The new bio-CNG project is set to enhance this model by adding a facility capable of processing 50 TPD of wet waste. The bio-CNG produced from this process will not only contribute to reducing the city’s carbon footprint but also provide a renewable energy source. This initiative reflects the state’s commitment to promoting environmental sustainability and efficient resource utilisation. The successful implementation of this project could serve as a model for other regions, demonstrating the viability of converting organic waste into valuable energy resources. As the project progresses, it will be closely watched for its impact on waste management practices and its contribution to a cleaner and greener Greater Noida.
