The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is making strides in waste management with the introduction of small-scale gas-generation projects to tackle the challenges posed by untreated waste. This innovative initiative aims to address the 10–15% of daily waste that remains unprocessed, reducing reliance on landfills and enhancing waste disposal efficiency.
Pune faces significant waste management challenges, generating approximately 1,100–1,200 tons of dry waste and 900–1,000 tons of wet waste daily. Despite operating 11 dry waste and 4 wet waste processing plants, around 200–220 tons of waste, known as “rejected waste,” goes untreated. This untreated waste poses logistical and financial obstacles due to the space and costs required for proper disposal.
To combat this issue, PMC has launched a pilot project to establish compact waste-treatment plants near existing processing facilities. The first project, the “Incinerate Reject Treatment Plant,” will be built on approximately 0.12 acres of land in Uruli Devachi.
The PMC standing committee has allocated ₹7.38 crore for this initiative, which will utilize advanced waste-processing technology to convert rejected waste into gas. This gas will power the facility, reducing its electricity consumption and making the project more sustainable in the long run.
The benefits of this waste-to-gas project include reduced land requirements, cost savings, energy generation, and decreased transportation costs. By setting up localized projects, PMC aims to streamline waste management processes, save space, and ensure efficient waste disposal.
Sandeep Kadam, Deputy Commissioner of the Solid Waste Management Department, highlighted the importance of this initiative in addressing the logistical and financial burdens caused by rejected waste. He stated that the project in Uruli Devachi will serve as a model for future installations across Pune.
Looking ahead, the pilot project in Uruli Devachi is expected to pave the way for additional compact waste-treatment facilities throughout the city. These plants will support Pune’s efforts to manage its waste burden sustainably and promote a cleaner, greener future for the community.
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