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In 2018, Simpsons & Co. Ltd., a pioneering diesel engine manufacturer based in Chennai, collaborated with Green Connect and Eco Care Technologies to install a 300 kg food waste biogas plant at its facility. Established in 1840, Simpsons is a leading name in India’s automotive and industrial sectors. This biogas plant was introduced to sustainably […]

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — The Environmental Technology Division at the CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) is spearheading an innovative research project to develop effective methods for treating black water—wastewater from toilets containing pathogens and high concentrations of organic material. This study is driven by the need to minimize environmental pollution and maximize water

Composting is a sustainable method of recycling organic waste, turning it into valuable soil enhancers. There are two main types: aerobic and anaerobic composting, each with distinct methods. Aerobic Composting Aerobic composting involves breaking down organic material in the presence of oxygen, using microbes that thrive in oxygen-rich environments. This process generates heat, kills pathogens,

In a step towards sustainability, the Salem Employee Provident Fund (EPF) office has partnered with Green Connect to manage its canteen waste effectively. The collaboration began in June 2024, when the Salem EPF office sought a solution for the approximately 6 kilograms of food waste generated daily. Green Connect, a company specializing in waste management

Express Infrastructure Private Limited has successfully upgraded its biogas facility at their farmhouse, which houses around 100 cows. The farmhouse already had a 600kg cow dung processing biogas plant that produced approximately 25 cubic meters of biogas daily, equivalent to about 12.5 kg of LPG. The biogas generated was primarily used for cooking purposes, including

Effective waste management begins with proper segregation at the source. The key to managing waste efficiently lies in dividing it into distinct categories right at home. An average Indian household generates approximately 200 to 300 kg of waste annually, highlighting the importance of managing this waste sustainably. Waste generated from home can be broadly classified

The Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore, Chennai, has taken a pioneering step in sustainable waste management through its Green Temple initiative. This project focuses on converting the temple’s organic waste into useful resources, primarily through composting and biogas generation. Each day, the temple produces about 500 kilograms of organic waste. This includes around 400 kilograms of

Bio-Compressed Natural Gas (Bio-CNG) is emerging as a revolutionary technology with the potential to significantly reduce air pollution. By addressing three critical areas—methane emissions, waste-burning, and fossil-fuel dependency—Bio-CNG offers both economic and environmental advantages. Despite its promise, the industry has been slow to adopt this technology, with various challenges hindering its widespread implementation. Indore, Madhya

The Koyambedu Wholesale Market Complex, one of Asia’s largest, was established by the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) to alleviate congestion in Chennai’s central business district and facilitate trading in perishable items like vegetables, fruits, and flowers. Spanning 60 acres with excellent infrastructure, it attracts numerous traders and consumers, but also generates a significant amount

Thangavel Spinning Mill in Bommidi has taken a significant step towards sustainability by installing a Green Connect biogas plant in 2015. With a capacity of 5 cubic meters, the plant is designed to process 50 kg of food waste daily from the mill’s canteen, effectively transforming it into a valuable resource. Thangavel Spinning Mill approached