Pune, India; June 5,2023 — Sistema.bio, a renowned global social enterprise specializing in innovative biogas technology, achieved a momentous feat as it unveiled the world’s largest manufacturing facility for biogas plants in India on the World Environment Day. This groundbreaking achievement aligns with the company’s ambitious goal of reducing 1% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030. Spanning an impressive 130,000 square feet, the facility boasts an annual production capacity of 100,000 biodigesters, which will impact the lives of 600,000 farmers. With a significant investment of $1.8 million USD, this state-of-the-art facility is primed to meet the growing demand for energy access and fertilizing solutions among smallholder farmers in the Asia Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America regions, where Sistema.bio operates across 31 countries. The advancements in biogas technology and increased production capacity will play a pivotal role in achieving sustainable development goals, promoting environmental conservation, and accelerating the transition to decarbonized agriculture.
At the inauguration event, Sistema.bio’s Co-founder and CEO, Alexander Eaton, expressed his pride and appreciation for the facility, stating, “This facility serves as a global benchmark for innovative technology and efficient business operations, creating a profound impact worldwide. For each smart biogas unit that rolls out of this facility, we can measure tangible outcomes in terms of improved livelihoods for farmers, enhanced human health, and a healthier climate. I am incredibly proud of the team that designed and launched this facility, as well as those who work diligently here every day!”
Currently operating at a daily capacity of 360 units, the factory has plans to double its output through automation. Compared to the previous facility’s production capacity of 30,000 units, this new factory’s annual capacity of 100,000 units marks a significant leap forward. The facility has obtained ISO 9001 certification, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products that adhere to strict quality standards and efficient production processes. Furthermore, Sistema.bio’s innovative biogas technology is patented in India for biogas reactor and membrane template. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) of the Government of India has officially recognized and approved Sistema.bio’s modern and innovative biogas technology in December 2022.
Equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, the factory efficiently produces modern biogas accessories, including booster pumps, biogas purifiers, and H2S filters. Additionally, the facility assembles biogas cookstoves and other devices and machinery required on farms to maximize biodigesters’ economic, environmental, and health co-benefits. With a rejection rate of less than 1%, the facility handles approximately 4.5 tons of waste per month during the manufacturing process. Over the next five years, Sistema.bio aims to implement automation to significantly increase its capacity, enabling the company to reach hundreds of thousands of farmers across the country.
Commenting on this remarkable milestone, Sistema.bio’s Co-founder and CPO, Camilo Pages, said, “Today, we celebrate the opening of the world’s largest biodigester factory, not only for the remarkable engineering and teamwork achievement it represents but also for the potential it holds to improve the lives of small farmers worldwide. We are proud to be part of a movement that values sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility, and we are motivated to continue our work toward creating a more equitable and prosperous world where every farmer has access to the tools and resources they need to thrive.”
The launch of the world’s largest biodigester manufacturing facility marks a significant milestone in the sustainable energy landscape. This unprecedented facility will revolutionize the biogas industry, enabling Sistema.bio to meet the increasing demand for clean energy solutions among farmers worldwide.
