Developing an Effective State-Level Compressed Biogas Policy in India: Current Status and Key Strategies-Policy Brief

September 23, 2024

The adoption of compressed biogas (CBG) projects in India has been slow—with just 100 projects in operation as of August 2024—falling well below the goal of 5,000 plants by 2030.

A key obstacle to CBG development is the ineffective execution of policies at the state level. While several states have significant CBG potential, they still lack clear policies and incentives. Only four states—Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Bihar, and Gujarat—currently have bioenergy policies that support CBG.

To address this issue, this policy brief identifies critical elements for crafting state-specific CBG policies. It also reviews existing state bioenergy policies and draws on international best practices to guide effective policy-making for state governments and renewable energy agencies.