Summary
Shree Bio’s role in empowering rural India goes beyond energy—it is about fostering resilience, prosperity, and sustainability. By addressing the energy deficit with innovative, localized solutions, Shree Bio creates opportunities for farmers, reduces environmental impact, and helps villages become thriving hubs of economic and social activity. This vision aligns seamlessly with India’s broader mission of achieving inclusive growth and a green economy.
India’s rural landscape, home to over 65% of its population, holds immense potential for growth and transformation. However, one of the significant barriers to progress in rural areas has been the lack of access to reliable and affordable energy. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), while India has achieved over 99% electrification, around 13% of rural households still face challenges in accessing consistent electricity, mainly due to affordability, distribution inefficiencies, and lack of infrastructure. These energy deficits directly impact agricultural productivity, education, healthcare, and overall quality of life in villages.
Shree Bio, a pioneer in renewable energy solutions, envisions bridging this gap by introducing sustainable, localized energy solutions that not only meet the energy needs of rural India but also empower its people economically and socially.
The Rural Energy Landscape
India’s total power generation capacity as of September 2024 is approximately 453 GW, with renewables, including hydro, contributing around 45%. However, the share of renewables in actual power generation remains at 23%, highlighting the heavy reliance on coal and other non-renewable sources. Moreover, rural areas often receive erratic electricity due to transmission losses and a focus on urban supply priorities.
In rural regions, decentralized renewable energy systems like Bio-CNG plants hold the key to solving these challenges. By leveraging locally available resources, Shree Bio transforms villages into hubs of clean energy production, reducing dependence on centralized grids and fossil fuels.
Shree Bio’s Renewable Energy Model
Shree Bio focuses on producing Bio-CNG, a clean energy source derived from agricultural residues, cow dung, and organic waste through anaerobic digestion. This waste-to-energy model aligns with the circular economy by transforming waste into Bio-CNG for energy and organic fertilizers to enrich soil. It minimizes waste, reduces emissions, and supports sustainable energy and agriculture, creating a holistic solution for rural and environmental needs.
How It Works
Feedstock Collection
Local farmers supply agricultural residues, cow dung, and other organic waste to Bio-CNG plants.
Energy Generation
Through anaerobic digestion, these inputs are processed to produce biogas, which is then purified and compressed into Bio-CNG.
Distribution
Bio-CNG is used to power local households, agricultural machinery, and transportation, creating a self-sufficient energy ecosystem.
By-Product Utilization
Organic fertilizers produced as a by-product are distributed free to farmers, enriching soil health and promoting sustainable farming.
Empowering Villages Through Renewable Energy
Energy Independence
By establishing Bio-CNG plants in rural areas, Shree Bio empowers villages to generate their own energy. These decentralized systems ensure uninterrupted power supply for households, agriculture, and small businesses. Villages become less reliant on erratic grid electricity, paving the way for energy self-sufficiency.
Economic Opportunities
Shree Bio transforms agricultural residues into a valuable resource, providing farmers with additional income while creating direct and indirect jobs through the setup and operation of Bio-CNG plants, boosting the rural economy. Additionally, farmers benefit from cost savings by receiving organic fertilizers for free, reducing their reliance on costly chemical inputs.
Environmental Impact
Shree Bio’s Bio-CNG replaces diesel and LPG, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It diverts organic waste from landfills, cutting methane emissions and preventing water contamination. Organic fertilizers restore soil health, supporting sustainable agriculture.
Rural Empowerment
Shree Bio empowers farmers through Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), fostering collaboration and better market access. Its initiatives align with government programs like Saubhagya for electrification, SATAT for Bio-CNG promotion, and NAPCC for climate action. Leveraging subsidies, Shree Bio ensures scalable and viable solutions.
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