Odisha govt, Oil India ink deal for converting urban waste to green energy

The Odisha government on Tuesday signed an agreement with the central public sector undertaking Oil India Limited for converting urban waste into green energy as part of the state’s broader clean-energy and circular-economy vision.

The agreement intended to fast-track coordination between Oil India and urban local bodies for the commissioning of Compressed Biogas plants in a time-bound manner. It will contribute meaningfully to the State’s green-growth agenda, said officials.

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Prior to the signing of the agreement, a delegation led by Chairman-cum-Managing Director Dr Ranjit Rath from Oil India Limited called on Usha Padhee, Principal, Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department and held discussion on the progress of six Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants being developed across Odisha.

The meeting discussed project timelines, readiness for commissioning, and integration with municipal waste systems to ensure steady feedstock supply. Both sides stressed the importance of converting urban waste into green energy as part of Odisha’s broader clean-energy and circular-economy vision.

Padhee underlined the Government’s focus on promoting sustainable waste-to-energy models that reduce landfill burden and create local economic value. The Oil India delegation expressed confidence in achieving key milestones and reaffirmed its commitment to partnering closely with the Department.