In a significant move aimed at addressing India’s growing urban waste crisis, Netel India Limited (a Neterwala Group company) and Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORS) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore joint participation in upcoming solid waste management and waste-to-energy projects. This collaboration will span Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) models, focusing particularly on integrated solutions such as Compressed Biogas (CBG) generation.
The collaboration between Netel India and ORS is designed to facilitate joint participation in forthcoming PPP and EPC projects that include operations and maintenance components. Under this arrangement, ORS will lead the engineering and technical execution, particularly for initiatives centered around organic waste processing and the production of CBG. Netel India will take charge of project financing and oversee segments focused on RDF-to-energy conversion.
In addition to new projects, the alliance will also explore opportunities to enhance Netel’s existing environmental facilities by integrating ORS’s advanced biogas technologies to improve environmental performance and operational efficiency.
Commenting on the collaboration, Yashas Bhand, CEO and Whole-Time Director of Organic Recycling Systems, said, “This MoU reflects our belief in the power of strategic collaboration to solve India’s most pressing environmental challenges. Netel India brings complementary strengths, and we are confident that this partnership will unlock new opportunities for innovation, scale, and impact.
Commenting on the collaboration, Rajesh Saigal, Group President,Engineering businesses at Netrewala group, said, “With India facing mounting pressure to improve its waste management systems and meet renewable energy targets, collaborations like this offer a promising avenue for scalable and sustainable waste solutions that blend technical innovation with strong execution capability.”
About Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORSL)
Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORS) is a pioneering environmental engineering company specializing in sustainable waste management and valorisation solutions. Established in 2008 by technocrats, ORS develops and deploys robust, cost-effective, and eco-friendly technologies across the entire waste value chain.
ORS operates India’s first municipal solid waste (MSW) processing plant based on a patented anaerobic biomethanation process, recognized by the Government of India under the National Master Plan. One of its flagship projects is located in Solapur, Maharashtra, where biodegradable waste is converted into Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and fermented organic manure, exemplifying a scalable circular economy model.
The company’s operations span three strategic business verticals:
- Project Development & Technology Licensing – Delivering turnkey projects and technology solutions for waste valorisation.
- Product Vertical – Offering a growing portfolio of bio-based products such as CBG, organic manure etc. that support sustainable energy and agriculture.
- Consulting Vertical – Providing specialized advisory services in environmental strategy, waste management, and regulatory compliance.
Recognized under the Swachh Bharat Mission for operational excellence and innovation, ORS is actively pursuing EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) opportunities nationwide.
ORS’s research and innovation efforts are reinforced through collaborations with esteemed institutions such as IIT Bombay (IITB), AGH University Poland, University of Birmingham (UOB), and other technical partners. These partnerships continue to drive the company’s intellectual property development and technological advancements in the environmental sector.
