As part of Swachhchta Pakhwada celebrated from May 16 to May 31, 2022, various activities are organized at Pakri Barwadih Coal Mining Projects (PBCMP).

Commissioning of Biomethane Plant at NTPC Pakri Barwadih Coal Mining Project

NTPC Pakri Barwadih Coal Mining Project has set up a biomethane plant at its Sikri site. The energy generated by this plant will be used to cook in the canteen located on the project site. With this installation, the consumption of LPG used in the restaurant will be reduced, expenses will be reduced and waste around the premises can be used for energy production.

The General Manager of the project, Mr. Prashant Srivastava, said, “Biogas is such a source of energy, which can be used again and again. Biogas, like solar energy and wind energy, is a renewable energy source.

“It is a mixture of gases resulting from the decomposition of organic matter in the absence of oxygen. Its main component is methane, which is flammable, which when burned gives heat and energy,” he added.

At the same time, the additional Director General of the Department of Environment, Mr. Birendra Kumar, said that energy is the biggest crisis in the world and especially in rural areas of India where deforestation is increasing and fuel availability has decreased.

In addition, he added, “this gas is used to provide energy for cooking and lighting, especially in rural areas. Moreover, biogas technology provides high quality manure after anaerobic digestion which is much better than normal fertilizer. Ecological balance can be achieved through this technique.

Biogas is produced by a biochemical process in which certain types of bacteria convert organic waste into useful biogas. This gas is called organic gas or biogas because it is produced by a biological process.

Benefits of biogas production

• Its use does not cause pollution, that is, it is good for the environment.
• The raw materials are necessary for the production of this gas and they are found in abundance in the villages.
• Along with biogas production, manure is also available, which increases crop yield.
• In the villages, there is a smoke problem due to the use of cow dung and wood, while there is no problem with biogas.
• It also controls pollution because feces are not out in the open, preventing germs and mosquitoes from breeding.
• Biogas saves wood, so there is no need to cut down trees.
• Biogas can be used to convert energy into electricity and heat in gas engines.