Mandatory use of bio-gas by fertiliser units likely

The Indian Biogas Association (IBS) has suggested that the government formulate a scheme similar to Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) being implemented in the oil and gas sector, for fertilizers, to ensure guaranteed purchase of fermented organic manure (FOM) by fertilizer marketing companies. This, it said, would help in strengthening the financial viability of biogas plants.

“Government officials have agreed to our proposal in principle. But they noted that given the Budget constraints, such a scheme can be implemented only in a phased manner,” said Gaurav Kedia, Chairman of the Indian Biogas Association. “We are told that the government is considering this.. it might roll out a scheme in next fiscal year itself.”