Bengaluru Faces Challenges as 5 of 12 Biomethanation Plants Become Non-Functional
Bengaluru's biomethanation initiative is struggling, with five out of twelve plants non-functional. While plants in KR Market, Begur, Mangammanapalya, and Kuvempunagar are slated for restoration, the Varthur plant has been removed due to unpaid dues. Each plant costs Rs 1.3 crore to set up, but operational costs continue despite low energy output. Only the Koramangala plant generates revenue by supplying biogas to restaurants. A new large plant is planned in collaboration with Gail (India) Limited to enhance production.
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Bengaluru's biomethanation program is faltering, with five of its twelve plants non-functional. The plants located in KR Market, Begur, Mangammanapalya, and Kuvempunagar are designated for restoration, while the Varthur plant has been decommissioned due to unpaid maintenance dues.
Maintenance costs for each plant are Rs 85,000 monthly, despite low biogas output. The Koramangala plant is an exception, generating revenue by supplying biogas to restaurants. A new 300-tonne capacity plant is planned with Gail (India) Limited to improve biogas production and distribution in the city.
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