Mumbai, May 2 -- The Maharashtra Cabinet this week approved the Maharashtra Compressed Biogas (CBG) Policy, 2026, aimed at establishing CBG projects in every district through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and hybrid annuity models. An allocation of Rs 500 crore has been made for the current financial year.

The policy seeks to promote scientific disposal of solid waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by converting biodegradable waste into clean energy. The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

Addressing Waste Burden and Energy Gap

According to the Urban Development Department, Maharashtra generates around 24,500 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily, of which 50-60 percent is biodeg...