Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORS), a leading company in sustainable waste-to-energy solutions, has announced a major advancement in Compressed Biogas (CBG) production. The company’s proprietary “MethanoBoost Catalyst” (MBC) has been officially validated by the SardarSwaran Singh National Institute of Bio-Energy (SSS-NIBE) for its ability to significantly enhance biomethane yield and improve overall process efficiency in anaerobic digestion systems.
Developed by ORS’s in-house R&D team, the MBC is a biomass-derived catalyst engineered to enhance microbial activity during the biomethanation process. Through a unique formulation containing dispersed nanoparticles, it facilitates in-situ CO₂ methanation—boosting methane content in the output gas and increasing overall system efficiency.
Pilot-scale trials and lab evaluations carried out by the SardarSwaran Singh National Institute of Bio-Energy (SSS-NIBE) have confirmed the effectiveness of the MethanoBoost Catalyst (MBC) in enhancing anaerobic digestion performance. One of the most significant outcomes observed was an increase of up to 30% in methane production, a key metric for improving the efficiency and profitability of Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants.
Beyond higher gas yields, the catalyst also contributed to improved process stability. It enhanced pH buffering capacity and redox balance, both of which are essential for maintaining optimal microbial activity during digestion. Additionally, MBC promoted more efficient direct interspecies electron transfer (DIET), a vital mechanism in biomethanation, and achieved greater conversion of complex feedstocks like Napier grass and paddy straw—demonstrating its potential to optimize performance in systems using lignocellulosic biomass.
These improvements directly contribute to higher gas output, greater process reliability, and better digestate quality, making CBG projects more commercially attractive.
With its dual benefits—higher biomethane generation and improved digestate enrichment—MBC presents a scalable solution for CBG plants, particularly those processing agricultural waste. It also supports the production of high-quality biofertilizer, reinforcing integrated waste-to-energy and soil health models.
The company plans to roll out real-world demonstration projects at select CBG plants across India. These deployments will test scalability, operational stability, and long-term economic impact, in partnership with plant operators and technology collaborators.
Sarang Bhand, Managing Director of Organic Recycling Systems Limited, commented “This validation from SSS-NIBE represents a significant step forward—not just for ORS, but for the entire CBG ecosystem. The MethanoBoost Catalyst is an outcome of sustained R&D focused on increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting clean energy adoption. We believe this innovation can redefine performance benchmarks for CBG plants nationwide.”
This initiative supports the Government of India’s SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation) scheme and the goal of establishing 5,000 CBG plants under the National Bio-Energy Mission. By improving gas output per tonne of feedstock, the MethanoBoost Catalyst can enhance financial viability and contribute to national targets for energy independence and emission reduction.
Founded in 2008 by a team of technocrats, ORS is a pioneering environmental engineering firm specializing in waste valorisation, bioenergy, and sustainable infrastructure. It operates India’s first municipal solid waste processing plant based on a patented anaerobic digestion system, located in Solapur, Maharashtra.
With a total processing capacity of 400 TPD (tonnes per day), ORS converts biodegradable waste into Compressed Biogas (CBG) and organic manure, demonstrating a scalable circular economy model. Half of this capacity is currently operational, with expansion plans underway.
