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EKI Energy becomes carbon consultant for methane reduction project in Varanasi

By converting waste into compressed biogas (CBG), the Varanasi Smart City Bio-Conversion Project has already achieved significant environmental impact, avoiding 2,806 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions during its first monitoring period

EKI Energy Service (EKI) said on Wednesday that it has been selected as the carbon consultant for the Varanasi Smart City Bio-Conversion Project, an initiative targeting methane reduction and sustainable development.

Located in Shahanshahpur, Varanasi, the project utilises cutting-edge anaerobic digestion technology to transform around 70 tonnes per day of animal manure and organic feedstock into clean energy and organic fertilisers.

By converting waste into compressed biogas (CBG), the initiative has already achieved significant environmental impact, avoiding 2,806 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions during its first monitoring period.

Manish Dabkara, Chairman and Managing Director of EKI Energy Services, said, “This project aligns with our commitment to advancing innovative climate solutions that drive both environmental and socio-economic impact.”

This project is part of the Government of India’s Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) initiative, showcasing a successful collaboration between Adani Group, Gobardhan Varanasi Foundation SPV, local authorities; where EKI Energy Services is providing support in realisation of benefits from Carbon Market.

With a lifespan of 25 years, the Varanasi Smart City Bio-Conversion Project serves as a model for innovative waste-to-energy solutions, emphasising the critical need to integrate sustainability into urban planning and development.

The project is expected to reduce 33,187 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions over its seven-year crediting period. It will also generates 2,500–2,800 kg/day of compressed biogas, with its by-products, fermented organic manure (FOM) and liquid organic manure (LFOM), supporting sustainable farming practices.