AsiaElec: Organix Energy, O.Creeds to develop waste-to-renewable natural gas projects in Bangladesh

Canadian renewable energy firm Organix Energy and Dhaka-based consultancy O.Creeds have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop waste-to-renewable natural gas (RNG) projects in Bangladesh, O.Creeds’ managing director and CEO, Md Shahadat Hossain, announced on November 17.

The partnership aims to convert organic waste and landfill gas into RNG and renewable electricity, advancing waste management, energy security and climate resilience in Bangladesh, according to Hossain.

The joint initiative will focus on developing biogas and RNG facilities using anaerobic digestion and landfill gas capture, contributing to the national energy grid. It will also address urban waste challenges by reducing landfill reliance, enhancing waste processing, and minimising methane emissions. Additionally, the initiative aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, align with Bangladesh’s climate action goals, and support global sustainability objectives, while simultaneously strengthening energy security by reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and fostering economic growth through job creation and technological advancements.

Organix Energy recently completed a preliminary study on the Amin Bazar Landfill, estimating the potential production of 1.9bn cubic feet (53.8mn cubic metres) of RNG over 20 years. This could generate 1,807,275 mmBtu of energy, helping meet local natural gas demand, decreasing LNG imports, and cutting emissions equivalent to removing 214,246 cars from Dhaka’s roads, Hossain said.

According to Hossain, anaerobic digestion not only produces renewable energy but also generates nutrient-rich organic fertiliser, providing a safer alternative to incineration. Tapas Biswas, CEO of Organix Energy, said that anaerobic digestion is a superior choice to incineration, which often results in higher greenhouse gas emissions and hazardous byproducts.

As the project advances, both companies plan to implement scalable biogas and RNG initiatives across Dhaka and its neighbouring areas, paving the way for a cleaner, greener and more energy-secure Bangladesh, Hossain said.

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