ORSL Partners with VSI to Boost Innovation in Waste-to-Energy Research
K N Mishra
22/Jul/2025

What’s Covered Under the Article:
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Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORSL) signs MoU with Vasantdada Sugar Institute (VSI) for research in sustainable waste valorisation and green energy.
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Collaboration includes joint research, academic exchange, and development of bioenergy innovations targeting agro-waste and sugar industry residues.
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ORSL strengthens its Cleantech leadership through academia-industry collaboration aligned with India’s circular economy and green economy goals.
Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORSL), a trailblazer in sustainable Cleantech and waste management solutions, has officially announced a landmark partnership with the prestigious Vasantdada Sugar Institute (VSI), Pune. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on 22nd July 2025, heralds a strategic academic and research collaboration aimed at tackling critical national challenges in environmental sustainability, waste valorisation, and green energy innovations.
This collaboration marks a pivotal milestone for both entities. While VSI is globally recognized for its integrated academic and research excellence in the sugar industry, ORSL has developed India’s first anaerobic biomethanation-based municipal solid waste (MSW) plant, among other cutting-edge environmental engineering projects.
About the Collaboration
The primary objective of the MoU is to accelerate research, development, and capacity building in the fields of bioenergy, biofuels, and sustainable technologies derived from agro-biomass and industrial waste streams. This aligns closely with India’s vision of a circular economy and green growth under national missions such as Swachh Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
The joint initiative is expected to unlock diverse innovation pathways by leveraging ORSL’s industry experience and VSI’s academic research capabilities.
Key Highlights of the MoU
➤ Joint Research & Innovation
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The two organizations will co-develop projects to transform agro-biomass, sugarcane waste, and sugar industry by-products into high-value outputs such as Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG), biofuels, and organic chemicals.
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They will jointly seek government-backed funding from key ministries and bodies such as DBT, DST, MNRE, and MoEFCC.
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The agreement includes co-organized seminars, academic programs, and consulting assignments related to environmental biotechnology and bio-based technologies.
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Both parties will apply for national and international research grants, engage in lab-to-pilot technology development, and facilitate IP creation through multidisciplinary research.
➤ Joint Academic & Capacity Building
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ORSL staff will be able to pursue part-time PhD programs at VSI, while VSI students will benefit from internships, dissertation projects, and real-time industrial exposure at ORSL facilities.
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ORSL researchers will contribute to VSI’s curriculum by conducting specialized lectures on topics such as green chemistry, environmental sustainability, and circular economy models.
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Capacity-building initiatives will include short-term courses, joint workshops, training sessions, and national/international conferences.
Statements from Leadership
Mr. Sarang Bhand, Promoter and Managing Director of ORSL, emphasized the transformative nature of this partnership:
“This collaboration with Vasantdada Sugar Institute is a landmark moment for ORSL. VSI's deep-rooted expertise in sugar industry research, coupled with their recognized status as a research centre by the Department of Science and Technology, perfectly complements ORSL's innovative waste valorisation solutions and extensive experience in managing various waste streams responsibly. This partnership will significantly accelerate our efforts in carbon capture, pollution abatement technologies, and the development of sustainable green resources from agro-biomass and sugar industry waste.”
Mr. Bhand further stated that the initiative will create viable business opportunities and contribute to India’s green economy goals by fostering scalable circular economy models.
About Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORSL)
Established in 2008, ORSL is a leading environmental engineering firm specializing in sustainable waste management, anaerobic digestion, and biofuel production. The company’s core strength lies in its ability to offer end-to-end waste valorisation solutions through:
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Turnkey project development and technology licensing
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Production and distribution of bio-based products like CBG and organic manure
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Environmental consulting and regulatory advisory services
The company currently operates India’s first patented anaerobic biomethanation-based MSW plant in Solapur, Maharashtra, converting biodegradable municipal waste into Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and fermented organic manure.
With a total processing capacity of 400 TPD (50% currently utilized), ORSL aims to expand its reach across India through EPC contracts, public-private partnerships, and strategic technology collaborations.
Strategic Collaborations and Innovation Network
The partnership with VSI adds to ORSL’s growing list of international and institutional collaborations, which includes:
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IIT Bombay (IITB)
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University of Birmingham (UOB)
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AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland
These alliances serve as catalysts for technological breakthroughs, IP generation, and cross-border knowledge exchange in the environmental engineering domain.
Regulatory Disclosure
In accordance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, ORSL informed BSE Limited (Scrip Code: 543997) of the MoU through an official filing on 22nd July 2025, underscoring its commitment to transparency, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder communication.
The disclosure was signed by Ms. Seema Gawas, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer.
Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer
The press release includes forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including changes in government policy, market dynamics, and technological evolution. ORSL has clarified that it assumes no responsibility for actions based on these statements and does not commit to updating them post-facto unless legally required.
Conclusion
The strategic alliance between Organic Recycling Systems Limited and Vasantdada Sugar Institute signals a decisive move towards industrial innovation rooted in academic excellence. It exemplifies how public-private partnerships can deliver scalable, science-driven, and economically viable solutions for some of India’s most pressing environmental challenges.
This MoU is poised to strengthen India's waste-to-energy sector, contribute to carbon neutrality, and advance R&D-driven cleantech entrepreneurship, setting a benchmark for future collaborations in the sustainability domain.
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