FARMWATT Innovations’ partnership with UK’s Rika Biotech and their work in transforming India’s agriwaste-to-energy sector

It was a pleasure facilitating an introduction between Kumar Neelendu, Founder of Farmwatt, and Ajay Patil ji in Delhi today. Ajay ji’s expertise in facilitating debt financing and navigating scheme benefits is invaluable for entrepreneurs, particularly startups navigating India’s growth ecosystem.
I’m proud to be associated with Neelendu and the transformative work Farmwatt is doing across India. Here’s an overview of their remarkable impact:

🌱 FARMWATT Innovations Partners with UK’s Rika Biotech to Transform India’s Agriwaste-to-Energy Sector
FARMWATT Innovations is pioneering the conversion of agricultural waste into clean energy across rural India, creating sustainable livelihoods while tackling critical environmental challenges.
Core Capabilities:
End-to-End Solutions

  • Guaranteed agriwaste supply chain management across 6 states
  • LSTK (Lump Sum Turnkey) execution with assured gas production
  • Complete FOM (Fermented Organic Manure) management
    Comprehensive O&M services for plant optimization

Advanced Technology Integration :-
Through its strategic partnership with Rika Biotech UK, FARMWATT delivers cutting-edge solutions including:

  • Weber Entec ultrasound technology that increases biogas yields by up to 30%
  • Bioextruder systems capable of processing challenging feedstocks like straw
  • Automated pre-treatment and digestate moisture reduction solutions

Operational Excellence

  • Deployment of advanced monitoring equipment, including drones for real-time tracking and stubble burning prevention
  • Active operations across UP, MP, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu
  • Direct employment generation for rural communities and FPO (Farmer Producer Organization) empowerment

Market Impact:
The biogas sector has the potential to reduce emissions equivalent to removing up to 11 million vehicles annually. FARMWATT’s proven solutions enable Bio-CNG plants to achieve optimal performance while supporting India’s carbon neutrality objectives.
The company is actively expanding partnerships with bio-energy producers, agricultural cooperatives, and industries seeking sustainable waste management solutions.

Published by Sunil Khairnar

I have been working in the agribusiness, commodities and development sector in India for more than 27 years. I have a B. Tech in Agriculture Engineering and a Management Post Graduation from IIM Ahmedabad.