The Kerala government has approved the establishment of a 150-tonne-per-day (TPD) Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) in Kozhikode. The project aims to convert organic waste into renewable energy and organic fertiliser, addressing both energy needs and waste disposal challenges.
The plant will be constructed on 7 to 8 acres of land at Njeliyanparambu, leased to BPCL by the Kozhikode Municipal Corporation for a nominal annual fee of ₹1,000 for 25 years, with an option to extend for an additional 10 years. BPCL will invest ₹99 crore in the project, which is expected to process 150 to 180 tonnes of organic waste daily. The biogas produced will be marketed to GAIL, and a fuel station will be established near the plant to supply vehicles operating within the facility. Additionally, 20 to 25 tonnes of organic fertiliser will be generated daily as a by-product. The project is part of BPCL’s broader initiative to establish CBG plants in various parts of Kerala, including Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi. In Kochi, a similar 150 TPD CBG plant is nearing completion at Brahmapuram, with operations expected to commence soon.
The establishment of these plants aligns with Kerala’s commitment to sustainable development and renewable energy. By converting organic waste into biogas and fertiliser, the projects aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote waste-to-energy solutions, and support organic farming practices. The success of these initiatives could serve as a model for other regions in India seeking to address waste management and energy challenges. The Kozhikode CBG plant is expected to become operational within 24 months of receiving final government approval. Once operational, it will play a crucial role in enhancing the city’s waste management infrastructure and contributing to Kerala’s renewable energy goals.
This development underscores the growing importance of public-private partnerships in advancing sustainable urban solutions and highlights the potential of biogas technology in transforming waste into valuable resources.
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