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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
KEP Engineering Powers India's Industrial Sustainability with 550+ Waste-water Treatment Systems Across 35 Sectors
VMPL Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 18: As industrial pollution increasingly strains India's water & soil ecosystem, Hyderabad-based KEP Engineering (KEP) is spearheading a critical movement towards sustainable waste-water management. By partnering with leading Indian manufacturers and deploying over 550 waste-water treatment systems across 35 industry segments in India, KEP is catalysing the transition to Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) -- an advanced process that eliminates liquid effluents and recovers usable water and resources. India's industrial sector generates over 850-900 million litres of waste-water daily, much of it laden with hazardous chemicals, heavy metals, and organic pollutants. Untreated, this waste-water poses severe risks to public health, aquatic life, and agricultural productivity. While Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) guidelines have been in place, enforcement remains inconsistent, making industrial ZLD adoption both an environmental necessity and a strategic imperative. "Waste-water treatment is no longer a regulatory checkbox--it's a cornerstone of responsible industry. We are proud to work with environmentally conscious companies that understand the urgency of safeguarding India's water future," said Malu Kamble, Managing Director of KEP, one of the leading companies in liquid waste-water treatment in India. KEP's ZLD systems are engineered with advanced technologies such as Multi-Effect Evaporators (MEE), Agitated Thin Film Dryers (ATFD), Mechanical Vapor Recompression Evaporation (MVRE) and Customized Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs). These systems are configured to suit the complex waste-water profiles of diverse sectors--including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automobiles, metals & steel, textiles, food processing, solar PV cells, and specialty manufacturing. KEP's research and development has come-up with an advanced MEE with CIGAR technology to give the companies enhanced energy savings, reduce plant life cycle cost, resulting in lowering emissions and carbon footprints. Globally, countries like Germany, the Netherlands, and Singapore have set benchmarks in industrial water reuse, leveraging ZLD as a key pillar of circular water economy models. In China, where industrial water stress mirrors India's, ZLD has become mandatory to address high-pollution sectors. KEP's approach aligns with these international best practices by emphasizing on-site, decentralized systems that minimize infrastructure burden while maximizing sustainability impact. "Our systems are built not just to meet Indian regulatory norms but to match the performance standards of developed economies. We design for compliance, yes--but more importantly, we design for a cleaner future", said Malu Kamble. With increasing regulatory oversight from India's National Green Tribunal (NGT) and evolving expectations under the ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks, Indian industries are under pressure to innovate. KEP is supporting this transition through turnkey solutions, real-time monitoring systems, and remote service integration, enabling companies to meet evolving sustainability benchmarks with confidence. "We are not just suppliers of machinery--we are enablers of transformation," said Kamble. "Our mission is to empower Indian industry to grow sustainably, responsibly, and in harmony with the environment." As India eyes a $5 trillion economy with ambitious industrial expansion, sustainable water management will be critical. KEP's collaborative model--grounded in technological excellence, client partnership, and ecological accountability--offers a blueprint for integrating industrial growth with environmental stability.
Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
EcoYou Powers 125 Bio-CBG Plants Worldwide, Reinforcing India's Green Tech Footprint
VMPL Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16: Several Indian companies are setting up CBG plants in India, which include Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum, Adani Group, EcoYou - Energy Division, Reliance Bioenergy and Oil India to name a few. In a landmark stride toward sustainable industrial development, the Energy Division of EcoYou - Ecoboard Industries Limited, has emerged as a global leader in executing large-scale Biogas/CBG (Compressed Biogas) projects. With over 125 ultra-large-scale biogas digestor installations worldwide, EcoYou's installed projects process a cumulative annual capacity of 20 million cubic meters of industrial effluents--including dairy waste, spent-wash, and agro-waste--setting new benchmarks in environmental conservation and resource recovery. India, an agriculture-rich and rapidly industrializing nation, faces increasing challenges from untreated solid waste like agro-fibers and liquid waste from industries. These issues pose serious threats to ecological health and public well-being. The need for efficient, large-scale waste treatment has never been more critical. EcoYou's energy division is addressing this challenge head-on through proven technology collaborations. Its Dry Digestor systems, in partnership with Ruckert Naturgas (Germany), tackle solid waste, while Wet Digestor systems--based on Swiss technology--process high-load liquid waste. The company has also partnered with KP Engineering to deliver Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) solutions. Through these innovations, EcoYou transforms industrial waste into bio-CBG, contributing directly to environmental protection, energy security, and economic development. EcoYou's Indian clients are now actively participating in the Government of India's SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) scheme, converting raw biogas into purified bio-CBG for industrial and vehicular use. "At EcoYou, we help our customers turn waste into wealth. This is not just about meeting compliance--it's about preserving nature, protecting communities, and building a sustainable future," said G. Ramakrishna Raju, Managing Director at EcoYou. "Effluent treatment is no longer optional--it's essential for reducing dependence on fossil fuels like LPG and enabling circular economy practices. Our digestors alone help save approximately 0.5 million tons of coal annually, substantially cutting greenhouse gas emissions." EcoYou's advanced biogas systems are powered by Sulzer-based Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) technology, known for its robust, energy-efficient performance in complex industrial environments. "In India, where industrial growth is accelerating, responsible solid and liquid waste management is vital to protect our rivers, groundwater, and ecosystems," added Praveen Gottumukkala, Technical Advisor at EcoYou. "Globally, our systems are helping industries reduce their carbon footprint while embracing circularity. This is not just environmental stewardship--it's sustainable progress that benefits the planet, people, and profits." Beyond energy production, EcoYou's projects have far-reaching environmental and economic benefits. By enabling reuse of treated water, industries reduce their freshwater dependency and operational costs. The systems also support organic composting and sludge-to-energy conversion, aligning with India's sustainability priorities including the National Water Mission, Swachh Bharat, and multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Globally, countries like Germany, Japan, and the Netherlands have stringent discharge norms and high adoption of biogas and ZLD systems. Technologies such as membrane bioreactors (MBRs), advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), AI-enabled monitoring, and real-time analytics are increasingly common. Treated wastewater is reused in agriculture, and sludge is processed into energy or compost, supported by strong digital infrastructure and regulatory enforcement. India is fast catching up. Adoption of dry and wet digestors and ZLD technologies is growing, especially among large industries. However, challenges such as cost sensitivity and limited awareness hinder adoption in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Although the government mandates Online Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (OCEMS), consistent data integrity and enforcement still require strengthening. Despite these gaps, the shift toward resource recovery and renewable energy like CBG is gaining traction. More corporates are integrating bio-CBG projects into their ESG and CSR frameworks, making sustainability part of their core strategy. Headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, EcoYou is playing a pivotal role in shaping India's environmental and industrial future. By serving clients in sectors such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, distilleries, and food processing, EcoYou is ensuring that industrial progress and ecological responsibility go hand in hand.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
EcoYou powers 125 bio-CBG plants worldwide, reinforcing India's green tech footprint
Several Indian companies are setting up CBG plants in India, which include Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum, AdGroup, EcoYou - Energy Division, Reliance Bioenergy and Oil India to name a few. In a landmark stride toward sustainable industrial development, the Energy Division of EcoYou - Ecoboard Industries Limited, has emerged as a global leader in executing large-scale Biogas/CBG (Compressed Biogas) projects. With over 125 ultra-large-scale biogas digestor installations worldwide, EcoYou's installed projects process a cumulative annual capacity of 20 million cubic meters of industrial effluents--including dairy waste, spent-wash, and agro-waste--setting new benchmarks in environmental conservation and resource recovery. India, an agriculture-rich and rapidly industrializing nation, faces increasing challenges from untreated solid waste like agro-fibers and liquid waste from industries. These issues pose serious threats to ecological health and public well-being. The need for efficient, large-scale waste treatment has never been more critical. EcoYou's energy division is addressing this challenge head-on through proven technology collaborations. Its Dry Digestor systems, in partnership with Ruckert Naturgas (Germany), tackle solid waste, while Wet Digestor systems--based on Swiss technology--process high-load liquid waste. The company has also partnered with KP Engineering to deliver Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) solutions. Through these innovations, EcoYou transforms industrial waste into bio-CBG, contributing directly to environmental protection, energy security, and economic development. EcoYou's Indian clients are now actively participating in the Government of India's SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) scheme, converting raw biogas into purified bio-CBG for industrial and vehicular use. "At EcoYou, we help our customers turn waste into wealth. This is not just about meeting compliance--it's about preserving nature, protecting communities, and building a sustainable future," said G. Ramakrishna Raju, Managing Director at EcoYou. "Effluent treatment is no longer optional--it's essential for reducing dependence on fossil fuels like LPG and enabling circular economy practices. Our digestors alone help save approximately 0.5 million tons of coal annually, substantially cutting greenhouse gas emissions." EcoYou's advanced biogas systems are powered by Sulzer-based Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) technology, known for its robust, energy-efficient performance in complex industrial environments. "In India, where industrial growth is accelerating, responsible solid and liquid waste management is vital to protect our rivers, groundwater, and ecosystems," added Praveen Gottumukkala , Technical Advisor at EcoYou. "Globally, our systems are helping industries reduce their carbon footprint while embracing circularity. This is not just environmental stewardship--it's sustainable progress that benefits the planet, people, and profits." Beyond energy production, EcoYou's projects have far-reaching environmental and economic benefits. By enabling reuse of treated water, industries reduce their freshwater dependency and operational costs. The systems also support organic composting and sludge-to-energy conversion, aligning with India's sustainability priorities including the National Water Mission, Swachh Bharat , and multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Globally, countries like Germany, Japan, and the Netherlands have stringent discharge norms and high adoption of biogas and ZLD systems. Technologies such as membrane bioreactors (MBRs), advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), AI-enabled monitoring, and real-time analytics are increasingly common. Treated wastewater is reused in agriculture, and sludge is processed into energy or compost, supported by strong digital infrastructure and regulatory enforcement. India is fast catching up. Adoption of dry and wet digestors and ZLD technologies is growing, especially among large industries. However, challenges such as cost sensitivity and limited awareness hinder adoption in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Although the government mandates Online Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (OCEMS), consistent data integrity and enforcement still require strengthening. Despite these gaps, the shift toward resource recovery and renewable energy like CBG is gaining traction. More corporates are integrating bio-CBG projects into their ESG and CSR frameworks, making sustainability part of their core strategy. Headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, EcoYou is playing a pivotal role in shaping India's environmental and industrial future. By serving clients in sectors such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, distilleries, and food processing, EcoYou is ensuring that industrial progress and ecological responsibility go hand in hand.
The Hindu
11-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Chief Minister lays foundation for development projects in Erode district
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for new infrastructure projects worth ₹159.53 crore during a government function held near the Vijayamangalam toll gate in Perundurai, Erode district. A major highlight of the announcements was the establishment of a common effluent treatment plant (CETP) at the Perundurai SIPCOT Industrial Park, at an estimated cost of ₹136.76 crore. The project, to be executed by the Department of Industries, Investment Promotion, and Commerce, will use Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) technology and have a capacity to treat 2,000 kilolitres of effluents per day. The plant will be designed, built, operated, and maintained by a private contractor. In the water resource sector, the Lower Bhavani Dam or the Bhavanisagar Dam located in Sathyamangalam taluk will be renovated and upgraded by the Water Resources Department at an estimated cost of ₹19.89 crore. Other projects announced include, creation of rainwater harvesting and irrigation infrastructure in the Thalavadi Hills region, implemented by the Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Department, at a cost of ₹1.77 crore and construction of two agricultural storage warehouses and six grain drying yards by the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, with an estimated budget of ₹1.10 crore. Officials said the projects aim to boost industrial sustainability, enhance water management, and support rural agricultural infrastructure.
The Hindu
06-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
When sustainability and low carbon are targets, a factory near Chennai sets an example
Among the hundreds of industries functioning in the Sriperumbudur industrial belt of Kancheepuram district, one factory seems to stand out as far as efficient use of natural resources of water and sunlight is concerned. A solar panel manufacturer has pioneered the art of saving water through the 'Zero liquid discharge' (ZLD) project, with zero waste generation. First Solar, a US-based wholly owned subsidiary of First Solar, Inc, operating within a water-intensive industry segment, is engaged in the manufacture of solar panels for Independent Power Producers (IPPs) located in the SIPCOT Industrial park of Pillaipakkam near Sriperumbudur. The 3.30 giga watt (GW) solar panel manufacturing factory, spanning more than 130 acres, has actualised the mantra of 'reuse, recycle, and repurpose' in the manufacturing process through efficient use of water and manufacturing waste. N.L. Selvakumar, head, environment and recycling, First Solar, who is in charge of the ZLD system, said the factory floor, spanning more than 24 lakh needs water for two purposes — cooling the factory and manufacturing. The company, which requires almost 3.60 million litres of water per day, had tied up with Metrowater to supply tertiary-treated reverse osmosis (RO) water from the Koyambedu sewage treatment plant for the factory's needs. But subsequently, the company set up their own water treatment facility (ZLD), resulting in the reduction of more than 50% dependence on the sourced RO water from Koyambedu plant. The ZLD system, which has been set up and managed in-house, extracts water from the discharged wastewater, and enables its reuse by producing 'ultra pure water' for the manufacturing and cooling processes, thereby drastically reducing the intake of water requirements. The system has enabled the creation of solar modules in the State with the lowest water footprint in the world, compared to traditional polysilicon-based solar panel production, according to the company. The factory, employing more than 1,400 persons, has also set up a sewage treatment facility, which operates a Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) sewage treatment plant that utilises the treated water for watering the garden. Over 80 kilolitres per day of treated water is being generated, Mr. Selvakumar added. Sujoy Ghosh, Country Managing Director, First Solar, says the company's commitment to the environment not only lies in water conservation but also in generating clean electricity. He said as part of this, the company had installed their own captive solar plants of 53.66 mega watt (MW) in southern parts of the State. Mr. Ghosh further said the company's green footprint was 35% renewable energy, and ongoing solar projects promise expansion to 116.80 MW. Unlike the manufacturing waste generated by polysilicon-based solar panel producers, the factory, which generates 2% of industrial wastes, recycles them into minerals to be used again for solar panels and crushed glass.
