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Know all about Indore's GOBARdhan plant, the largest Bio-CNG facility in Asia

The plant will transform waste into wealth.

Khushboo Ali

In Indore, the city known for its cleanliness, a quiet revolution is transforming the way we think about waste. The Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) has launched Asia's largest municipal solid waste-based facility- the GOBARdhan plant.

This innovative plant converts organic waste from households into clean Bio-CNG, generating 17,000 kilograms of renewable energy daily. Impressive right? Read on to know more:

Reducing waste and boosting renewable energy

The Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan (GOBARdhan) plant is part of a larger national initiative aimed at galvanizing organic bio-agro resources. It aligns perfectly with a vision of a circular economy, where waste is minimised and resources are reused. By converting organic materials like animal manure, crop residue and kitchen scraps into renewable energy and organic fertilisers, the GOBARdhan plant not only helps reduce landfill waste but also promotes sustainable agriculture.

Beyond energy production, the facility generates over 100 tonnes of high-quality compost daily, supporting local agriculture and reducing the need for chemical fertilisers. The plant's impact on the environment is equally significant, preventing the release of about 130,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually by diverting waste from landfills.

As India celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Swachh Bharat Mission with the Swabhav Swachhata Sanskar Swachhata (4S) campaign, Indore's GOBARdhan plant stands as a shining example of what's possible when vision meets action.

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