GAIL proposes ₹123.42 crore biogas plant to process 300-tonnes daily in Bengaluru
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Animal husbandry, fisheries & allied· Prelims·
Waste-to-energy and circular economy: a relevant GS3 case study for sustainable urban development.
Why in news
GAIL proposed a ₹123.42 crore biogas plant in Bengaluru to process 300 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily into compressed biogas and organic manure.
Background
The project is located at the Karnataka Compost Development Corporation (KCDC) premises in Bengaluru. It aims to produce 12.6 tonnes of compressed biogas (CBG) and 21.6 tonnes of fermented organic manure daily.
Facts for Prelims
- FactGAIL proposed a ₹123.42 crore biogas plant in Bengaluru.
- FactThe plant is designed to process 300 tonnes of municipal solid waste per day.
- FactDaily output includes 12.6 tonnes of CBG and 21.6 tonnes of fermented organic manure.
- PlaceThe facility is located at the Karnataka Compost Development Corporation (KCDC) premises.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the proposed GAIL biogas plant in Bengaluru, consider the following statements:
- The project aims to produce 12.6 tonnes of fermented organic manure daily.
- The plant is designed to process 500 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily.
- The facility is located at the Karnataka Compost Development Corporation (KCDC) premises.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 2 only
- (d)1 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (b) 3 only — Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The plant aims to produce 12.6 tonnes of compressed biogas and 21.6 tonnes of fermented organic manure daily. Statement 2 is incorrect: The plant is designed to process 300 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the transition to a circular economy through waste-to-energy projects can address urban waste management challenges and promote rural-urban energy synergy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Waste-to-energy synergy: Converting municipal solid waste into CBG to reduce landfill pressure and methane emissions
- Circular economy model: Integrating organic waste processing with agricultural manure production for soil health
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Requirement for decentralized waste processing units to manage high-volume urban organic waste
Keywords: Circular Economy · Waste-to-Energy · Compressed Biogas (CBG) · Municipal Solid Waste · Sustainable Urban Development
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