Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, officially inaugurated a pellet plant and laid the foundation stone for the K2 Bio Ethanol plant in Rewari district, Haryana.
The newly established pellet plant is designed to produce 240 tonnes of pellets daily from crop stubble, contributing to a cleaner environment. The facility aims to convert agricultural waste into biomass pellets and ethanol, while also creating rural employment opportunities. This initiative aligns with India’s E20 Mission and the country’s Net Zero 2070 goals.
In a media interaction following the inauguration, Joshi highlighted that the government’s new policy mandates the co-firing of biomass and Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in all thermal plants to protect the environment. He emphasized that, in the past, crop residue posed a significant challenge for both farmers and the environment. However, the introduction of biomass pellets in thermal plants has turned crop waste into a profitable resource for farmers.
Discussing the plant’s operations, the Minister explained that it will utilize agricultural residues such as paddy straw, mustard straw, and cotton stalks to produce biomass pellets for use in thermal power plants. This process will help reduce pollution, cut down on carbon emissions, and provide new livelihood opportunities for rural communities, while offering farmers an additional source of income.
Mr. Joshi also underscored the government’s ongoing commitment to Haryana, noting that significant infrastructure projects and clean energy initiatives are helping to shape the state’s development and future growth.
