NDPL, SAIP build waste-to-bio power facility

NDPL will produce up to 40 MW of clean renewable energy using SAIP’s patented plasma gasification bio-energy solution. It will be used in North Delhi Power Limited’s distribution network of North and Northwest Delhi.

The new, organic waste to energy, bio-power plant that Solena-ABSi India Private is developing will utilize next generation plasma gasification technology and process to convert biomass from municipal, agricultural and other organic wastes into a clean renewable bio-synthetic gas—without incineration or combustion. This bio-syngas, a replacement for natural gas, will be piped or partially transported to NDPL’s upcoming 108 MW electric generation plant at Rithala enabling NDPL to deliver clean, baseload power and propel New Delhi as a model in the drive towards a greener India.

SAIP estimates the thermal power output of its organic waste to energy plant will be approximately 40 MW gross. The resulting green energy from this bio-syngas will be produced with zero net carbon emissions, no SVOCs or SOx, tar, fly ash, flue gas and virtually no pollutants as compared to the legacy sources of fuel that have historically driven traditional power plants.

“We are excited with this development and our partnership with NDPL. This represents a milestone not only for Delhi but also for India as it pursues greater energy production from clean, renewable sources to sustain its rapid economic growth,” said SAIP CEO Rajeev Sharma. “This agreement validates our steadfast efforts to bring clean and efficient power to Indian cities and villages with our leading edge plasma gasification based solutions.”

“The use of bio-fuel, in addition to our extensive focus on solar power, reiterates our commitment to introduce environment friendly and green technology in our distribution area for conservation of environment and combating climate change,” stated Sunil Wadhwa, Managing Director of NDPL.