Mumbai: Mumbai-based Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited has commissioned its waste-to-energy power plant and commenced the sale of power from the plant to Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) under Green Energy Open Access Rules. “Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL), an industry leader in sustainable municipal solid waste management solutions, is delighted to announce the commissioning of its waste-to-energy power plant and commencement of commercial sale of power to PCMC (Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation). As previously communicated, this project represents a pivotal milestone as India’s pioneering Waste-to-Energy plants selling power under Green Energy Open Access Rules,” said the company in an official statement on Thursday.
“We take great pride in commencing our commercial power sales by initially providing up to 8 MW of power to two infrastructure assets of PCMC: the Ravet water pumping station and the Chikali sewage treatment plant. The power generated by our waste-to-energy facility not only promotes a cleaner environment but will also play a crucial role in maintaining the uninterrupted operation of these vital facilities,” said the statement.
Jose Jacob, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), expressed his excitement about this milestone, stating, “We are delighted to mark the commissioning of our waste-to-energy power plant and commencement of commercial power sales to PCMC, and we take immense pride in being at the forefront of the waste-to-energy movement in India. This partnership under the Green Energy Open Access Rules not only aligns with our mission of environmental sustainability but also sets a benchmark for clean energy solutions in the country. We look forward to a long and successful partnership with PCMC, as we continue to work on expanding our green energy portfolio.”
“The culmination of efforts and dedication from Antony Waste’s team, along with invaluable collaboration with its technical partners, has resulted in the successful initiation of trial runs. These tests involved equipment performance under varying loads ranging from 8 MW to 14 MW using mixed MSW (Municipal Solid Waste) generated/collected within PCMC as feedstock,” said the statement.
The power supply will see a gradual increment by the end of the financial year, and the power sale will be ramped up to 11.76 MW. This expansion signifies a significant step towards achieving a greener and more sustainable energy ecosystem.
“We remain committed to promoting sustainability, reducing environmental impact, and providing cleaner energy alternatives to our community. We extend our gratitude to all stakeholders, including PCMC, regulatory bodies, and our dedicated team, for their unwavering support and contributions to the success of this project,” said the company.
