Indian company to convert waste in eco-friendly fuel pellets

A company in the western state of Gujarat, Ahmedabad Municipal plans to use new Rs 50 crore waste conversion project to obtain carbon credits. They signed a contract with Japanese integrated waste management company Creative for a $10.4 million project to convert waste in eco-friendly fuel pullets which are expected to be used to fuel power plants throughout the city. Ahmedabad Municipal plans to provide 800 metric tons of solid waste daily for the project, which is expected to be recycled at a rate of 90 percent. The project is expected to start in 14 to 16 months. The company is responsible for the civic infrastructure and administration of the city of Ahmedabad. The city produces 2,300 metric tons of solid waste a day.

Last year, India generated about 30 million carbon credits and was considered one of the largest beneficiaries in the carbon credit trade. Private-sector Delhi International Airport Limited established a partnership with GMR Energy and SELCO International to build a $28.6 million plant that generates energy using municipal waste. The plant, to be built on 5.7 acres, is expected to be commissioned in late 2010.
[Cleantech]