India is steadily turning everyday waste into a valuable source of clean energy, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Friday, underlining the country’s growing push toward sustainable fuel solutions. Highlighting progress at the Biofuels Zone during India Energy Week 2026, Puri noted that 133 compressed biogas (CBG) plants are already operational across the country, together processing 926 tonnes of waste daily. The fuel produced is now available at 410 retail outlets, signalling the rapid expansion of India’s waste-to-energy ecosystem.
He added that 83 more plants are under construction, expected to add another 700 tonnes per day of processing capacity. These plants use agricultural residue, cattle dung and municipal waste to produce cleaner fuel, helping reduce pollution while strengthening energy security.
Developed under the SATAT initiative, CBG plants convert organic waste into purified methane that can serve as a green alternative to CNG for vehicles and industries. Apart from lowering carbon emissions, the initiative also reduces dependence on imported fuels and creates additional income opportunities in rural areas.
An added benefit is the production of organic manure as a byproduct, which can improve soil health and support higher crop yields for farmers.
India Energy Week 2026, being held in Goa from January 27 to 30, has drawn thousands of global energy experts, policymakers and investors, highlighting India’s efforts to balance energy demand with sustainability goals through innovation and strategic partnerships.
