PlanET Biogas India and Delta Bio Gas collaborate to develop a 12-tonnes-per-day compressed biogas (CBG) plant in Andhra Pradesh, India

PlanET Biogas Group GmbH's subsidiary, PlanET Biogas India Private Ltd., has announced a partnership with Delta Bio Gas Private Limited, based in Hyderabad, to jointly develop a 12-tonnes-per-day compressed biogas (CBG) plant in the Palnadu district of Andhra Pradesh. This project aims to support the Government of India's SATAT initiative to promote renewable energy development.

PlanET Biogas India has established operational experience in the Indian market. Its first plant, located in Uttar Pradesh, is currently operating stably with efficiency exceeding its design capacity and continuously supplying natural gas. The company has accumulated practical expertise in processing various feedstocks, including Napier grass, press mud, chicken litter, and cow dung.

The newly planned Andhra Pradesh facility is designed for long-term continuous operation, primarily utilizing rice straw and Napier grass as feedstocks, while retaining the flexibility to process other types of biomass. The plant emphasizes a deep understanding of biological processes, structured engineering, and conservative modeling principles to achieve reliable performance.

Nicola del Duca, Managing Director of PlanET Biogas India, stated, "By integrating our resources, we are setting a new standard for the biogas sector in India and contributing to the transformation of the nation's energy structure."

Narendranath Chebrolu, Director of Delta Bio Gas Private Limited, added, "Our partnership with PlanET Biogas is a key step in bringing German engineering expertise to the Indian market. We chose PlanET for its technical precision and project experience, which are crucial for the success of complex bioenergy projects. This collaboration helps address local waste management challenges while producing clean energy and promoting a circular economy. The full-cycle support provided by PlanET—from design and engineering to long-term operations—will ensure the plant's sustained profitability and environmental benefits."

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