GAIL (India) Ltd. and Verbio India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to assess the feasibility of establishing compressed biogas (CBG) plants based on agricultural residues across India. The collaboration focuses on promoting sustainable energy through agricultural waste utilization, aiming to support the country's clean fuel goals and rural economy.

The MoU will allow both companies to leverage their expertise in renewable energy. GAIL and Verbio intend to identify locations for setting up greenfield agricultural residue-based CBG plants, proceeding with feasibility studies to determine project viability. This joint venture aligns with India’s energy security goals and efforts to promote clean fuel alternatives.

During the MoU signing, attended by GAIL Chairman Sandeep Kumar Gupta and Verbio Group CEO Claus Sauter, Gupta highlighted the initiative's potential for renewable energy and agricultural benefits. “By harnessing agricultural residues for CBG production, we aim to contribute to the nation’s energy security and sustainability goals," Gupta stated, emphasizing that this could provide an alternative energy source while supporting farmers by utilizing agricultural waste.

Verbio, a Germany-based bioenergy company, specializes in biofuels, biomethane, and other renewable products sourced from agricultural residues. Verbio India MD Claus Sauter noted the partnership would help replicate the success of Verbio’s CBG proof of concept already implemented in Punjab, paving the way for broader biogas adoption across India.

This collaboration represents a substantial step toward enhancing renewable energy adoption in India, addressing both environmental concerns and the economic potential of agricultural waste management.