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IIT Bombay turns fallen leaves into cooking fuel, cuts hostel LPG use by 60%

IIT Bombay has launched an innovative project aimed at turning garden waste, such as fallen leaves, into eco-friendly cooking fuel pellets. These pellets not only substitute LPG for feeding approximately 1,200 students but also utilize a downdraft gasifier to extract producer gas from biomass. By adopting this initiative, the institution saves nearly Rs 50 lakh annually on waste disposal while advancing sustainable energy practices on campus.

13 Nov 2026 1:07 pm