Godawari Power and Ispat Limited has successfully secured the Consent to Operate for its new 6.91 MW Waste Heat Recovery Based Power Plant at Siltara, Raipur. The facility, which utilizes flue gas from the company’s existing Pellet Plant and Ferro Alloys Division, has officially entered its trial phase as of April 2, 2026. Commercial operations for this sustainable energy initiative are expected to commence by the end of April 2026.
Strategic Expansion of Renewable Capacity
Godawari Power and Ispat Limited has reached a key milestone in its sustainability efforts with the receipt of official approval for its 6.91 MW Waste Heat Recovery Based Power Plant. Located at the Siltara Industrial Area in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, this facility is designed to convert waste heat from flue gases into usable electricity, significantly enhancing the energy efficiency of the company’s integrated steel operations.
Operational Timeline
The company confirmed that the trial and testing phase for the power plant officially commenced on April 2, 2026. By capturing emissions from the Pellet Plant and Ferro Alloys Division, the project serves as a crucial step in optimizing operational costs and reducing the overall environmental footprint of the site. Management expects the plant to be fully operational and contributing to the commercial grid by the conclusion of April 2026.
Operational Impact
This development underscores the company’s commitment to leveraging waste-to-energy technologies within its existing industrial infrastructure. By integrating heat recovery systems into its core production processes, the company continues to focus on achieving greater self-reliance in power requirements while maintaining its status as a leading integrated steel producer in the region.
Source: BSE
