HPCL to Invest ₹2,000 Crore in 24 Compressed Biogas Plants to Power India’s Green Energy Future

In a major push toward sustainable energy, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) has announced a ₹2,000 crore investment to establish 24 compressed biogas (CBG) plants across India over the next three years. The initiative, led by its subsidiary HPCL Renewable and Green Energy Ltd, aims to accelerate India’s transition to cleaner, domestically produced fuels and reduce reliance on imported liquefied natural gas (LNG).

♻️ Turning Waste into Wealth

Each CBG plant will produce 10–15 tonnes of biogas daily, using agricultural residue, cattle dung, municipal waste, and sewage water as feedstock. Two plants are already operational, and the upcoming units are expected to significantly boost India’s waste-to-energy capacity.

“This is a classic case of turning a problem into a resource,” said Mohit Dhawan, CEO of HPCL Renewable and Green Energy Ltd.

🔋 Strategic Impact and National Goals

  • Supports India’s National Bio-Energy Programme and SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) initiative
  • Aligns with the government’s target to increase natural gas share in the energy mix from 6% to 15% by 2030
  • Helps meet the 2070 net-zero emissions goal by reducing carbon footprint and stubble burning

🚛 Fueling the Future

Since April 2025, India has mandated 1% blending of CBG in piped and automotive gas, with plans to scale this to 5% by FY29. The country currently uses 28 MMSCMD of gas daily for transport and cooking, projected to rise to 44 MMSCMD by 2028–29.

🌱 Rural Jobs and Circular Economy

The CBG programme is expected to generate rural employment, promote organic fertiliser production, and support energy independence. HPCL’s investment is part of a broader strategy by Indian oil PSUs to diversify into biofuels, renewables, and green hydrogen.

Stay tuned for updates on India’s renewable energy transformation.

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