Haryana to Convert Waste to Energy with New Plants

Haryana is embarking on a significant waste management initiative with the signing of MoUs for four integrated waste-to-energy plants. These facilities, slated for Gurgaon, Faridabad, Hisar, and Ambala, will collectively process 5,000 tonnes of waste per day, generating 50 MW of power. The largest plants will be in Gurgaon and Faridabad, accounting for over 70% of the total processing capacity.

The Hisar and Ambala cluster plants will manage substantial waste volumes, contributing significantly to regional waste processing. These projects are designed to reduce unscientific waste disposal and open dumping, promoting scientific waste management across urban areas. The initiative aligns with the "Waste to Wealth" strategy, aiming to convert waste into energy and other useful resources.

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini highlighted that waste will undergo pre-processing, with wet waste producing biogas and dry waste being directed to the waste-to-energy plants. The state government assures adherence to environmental protection standards. Funding will come from the Centre's Urban Challenge Fund, with contributions from the Union government, state government, and Oil Green Energy Ltd.