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Indore’s Green Waste Processing Plant
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Indore is set to launch India’s first green waste processing plant under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model as part of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban.
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- This initiative aims to revolutionise waste management by converting green waste into valuable resources.
- It highlights Indore’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in urban waste management.
Key Features
- Location: Built on a 55,000 sq. ft. area in Bicholi Hapsi.
- Objective: Recycling wood and branches to produce wooden pellets, an eco-friendly alternative to coal.
- Revenue Generation: Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) will earn Rs 3,000 per tonne in royalty for supplying wood and branches.
Green Waste Collection & Processing
- Daily Waste Generation: Indore produces 30 tons of green waste daily, which can rise to 60-70 tons during autumn.
- Source of Waste: Includes wood, branches, leaves, and flowers collected from major institutions and municipal premises.
- Processing Locations:
- Large tree branches are sent to the Green Waste Processing Plant at City Forest for repurposing.
- Other green waste is collected based on a fixed fee structure and transported to the facility.
Role of Private Partnership
- In partnership with IMC, Astronomical Industries Pvt. Ltd. is leading the waste transformation process.
- The waste undergoes a 3-4 month drying process, reducing moisture content by 90%, making it easier to process.
- Advanced machines convert the dried waste into fine sawdust, giving it multiple commercial applications.
Uses of Processed Green Waste
- Eco-friendly Fuel: Sawdust can be used as a cleaner alternative to traditional fuel.
- Furniture & Packaging: Strengthens composite materials for chairs, tables, and packing materials, reducing plastic usage.
- Fertilisers: Sawdust-based fertilisers improve soil health and crop yield.
- Food Industry: Can be moulded into biodegradable disposable plates, replacing plastic and Styrofoam.
Municipal and Private Sector Collaboration
- IMC Responsibilities: Providing land and transportation of green waste to the plant.
- Private Sector Role:
- Setting up infrastructure like sheds, electricity, and water facilities.
- Managing installation, operation, and maintenance of the plant.
Expansion of Green Waste Management in Indore
- Private firms have set up Meghdoot and sub-grade plants in Sirpur, covering 10,000-15,000 sq. ft.
- These plants process garden waste (leaves, twigs, etc.) from municipal sources.
- Composting pits in municipal gardens further support waste recycling efforts.
Environmental and Economic Impact
- Wooden pellets produced from green waste are supplied to industries like NTPC, serving as an eco-friendly energy alternative.
- Air Quality Index (AQI) Control: Reduces pollution by preventing uncontrolled waste burning.
- Revenue Generation: The initiative creates additional income streams for IMC.
- Cleaner & Healthier Environment: Enhances hygiene, minimises pollution, and promotes sustainability.
Contribution to Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban
- Aligns with the vision of Garbage-Free Cities under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban.
- Aims to build a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable urban ecosystem.
- Offers an alternative to coal, supporting both clean energy and waste management goals.
