The Potential of CBG Plant Manufacturing for India’s Renewable Energy Future: CEID Consultants
With the world in urgent need of transitioning towards renewable energy resources, India currently stands at a crucial crossroads. In a country where population and economy are expanding rapidly, the energy demand continues to soar. However, the emergence of a Compressed Biogas (CBG) manufacturing plant shows a promising future for the country’s renewable energy resource. According to a research study by IOCL, the estimated CBG potential from various sources in India is nearly 62 MMT with a bio manure generation capacity of 370 MMT.
Unlike the traditional reliance on fossil fuels, CBG is derived from the anaerobic decomposition of waste and biomass sources like agriculture residue, food waste, and municipal solid waste which makes it renewable and a clearer alternative to conventional fossil fuels. CBG is a very versatile energy source that has a plethora of uses, for instance, in the agricultural sector, CBG can be used to power machinery and equipment, providing a clean energy alternative for farming operations. Additionally, industries can use CBG as an energy source to encourage more sustainable production methods.
CEID Consultants and Engineering Pvt. Ltd. is one such big player in India that currently holds over 90% of the Biogas bottling market in India and specialises in handling multi-feed biowaste CBG Plants. Additionally, has its own manufacturing facility for producing various Biogas equipment. While the potential of CBG offers multifaceted solutions, its benefits are not just limited to being environment-friendly and an ideal alternative to fossil fuels.
Impact on Rural Areas
The establishment of CBG manufacturing plants holds immense potential for stimulating economic growth across India. One significantly positive impact CBG plants have on the economy is the potential for job creation across various sectors. Recent data suggests that currently, India has a total of over 5 million biogas plants out of which Maharashtra has the largest number of plants with over 935 thousand plants and Karnataka with nearly 515 thousand plants. Additionally, the production of CBG offers a lucrative market for farmers, who can monetize agricultural waste and organic materials through the sale of biomass feedstock.
That’s not all, as the production of CBG increases, it will be an open door for employment. Recent research estimates that India will need around 55,000 skilled plant designers and site engineers, 200,000 semi- and low-skilled workers for construction activities, 10,000 highly skilled engineers to oversee administration, data monitoring and critical operations and 150,000 unskilled workers to carry out routine plant operation and maintenance.
Government Initiatives
In recent years, the Indian government has taken significant strides towards promoting renewable energy deployment through policy frameworks, incentives, and regulatory support. In October 2018, the government launched the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) scheme, under which 5,000 CBG plants were envisaged by 2023 to produce 15 million tonnes of CBG. The scheme’s objective was to encourage entrepreneurs to set up CBG plants across the country and supply the gas to public sector oil companies. Apart from SATAT, the government has initiated several initiatives to increase biogas investment, including Gobar-Dhan, New National Biogas and Organic Manure Programme, Biogas Power Generation (Off-Grid) and Thermal Energy Application Programme, National Policy on Biofuels, and Waste to Energy Programme.
Additionally, during the 2023-24 Union budget, the government announced the establishment of 500 new ‘waste to wealth’ plants, including 129 CBG plants, with an investment of Rs 10,000 crore. As per recent reports, 198 green energy plants have been set up so far, including 12 Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants and 186 biogas plants.
Technological impact
The successful implementation of CBG plant manufacturing hinges on integrating cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions across the entire value chain. With the help of technology, CBG plants are equipped with gas generation, gas purification, pre-treatment systems, and segregation units, ensuring optimal processing capabilities while mitigating logistical challenges. Additionally, the integration of state-of-the-art feeding mechanisms facilitates the extraction of maximum energy from feed materials while minimizing waste generation. Moreover, CEID CONSULTANTS AND ENGINEERING PVT LTD has achieved an exceptional level of purity in their water scrubbing purification system. Initially starting with PSA, the limitations of the PSA system gave CEID the opportunity to develop a High-Pressure Water Scrubber system, further enhancing purification efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Lastly, CBG plant designs prioritize environmental sustainability, with a steadfast commitment to achieving zero pollution discharge across water, air, and hazardous emissions. In short, the integration of advanced technologies, coupled with innovative solutions such as CEID’s water scrubbing purification system, positions CBG plant manufacturing as a potent catalyst in India’s pursuit of renewable energy solutions, charting a sustainable path towards energy security, economic prosperity, and environmental stewardship. With constant technological advancements and government support, India is poised to unlock the full potential of CBG as a renewable energy resource, setting an example for the world in transitioning towards a greener, cleaner future.
