Clean energy boost: Andhra approves 200 TPD compressed biogas project in Palnadu
Under the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy, 2024, the government aims to add over 160 GW of renewable energy capacity and attract investments of nearly Rs 10,000 crore
By Newsmeter Network
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Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the establishment of 200 tonnes per day (TPD) compressed biogas (CBG) plants in Palnadu district, as part of its efforts to encourage renewable energy and biofuel production
The project will be set up by Chroma-Ator Power Products Pvt Ltd at Edavalli village in Chilakaluripeta mandal.
The approval was granted through a Government Order (GO) issued by the Energy Department, allocating revenue land on lease to the company under the provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy, 2024.
10 plants with 200 TPD capacity
According to K Vijayanand, Special Chief Secretary, Energy Department, the government has accorded approval for the establishment of 10 compressed biogas plants, each with a capacity of 20 TPD, taking the total capacity to 200 TPD.
“The government hereby accords approval for establishing 200 TPD (10 Nos x 20 TPD) compressed biogas plants at Edavalli village, Chilakaluripeta Mandal, Palnadu district,” the GO stated.
The company is expected to complete the project within two years.
Boost to clean energy mission
The project aligns with the State’s broader vision to transform Andhra Pradesh into a clean energy hub and promote self-reliant economic growth.
Under the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy, 2024, the government aims to add over 160 GW of renewable energy capacity and attract investments of nearly Rs 10,000 crore.
The policy promotes both large-scale and decentralised renewable energy generation to accelerate the State’s transition towards sustainable power sources.
Leveraging agricultural strength
With nearly 62 per cent of the State’s population dependent on agriculture, the government sees immense potential in biofuel production.
The growing cultivation of crops such as sugarcane, broken rice, maize, sugar beet, sweet sorghum, corn, and cassava is expected to support feedstock availability for biofuel units.
The government believes this will not only create value for farmers but also strengthen rural economies through agro-based energy generation.
Clean Andhra initiative to support biofuel sector
The “Clean Andhra Pradesh” (CLAP) initiative is also expected to complement biofuel expansion by improving waste management through public participation.
The programme is likely to create additional scope for setting up bioethanol, biodiesel, and bio-CNG/CBG plants across the State.
Officials said the move would contribute to sustainable waste management, reduce fossil fuel dependence and enhance energy security in Andhra Pradesh.
