Green signal sparks big power play—A new energy boost is closer than you think

A major development in the industrial power space is set to reshape energy efficiency at a key steel hub in central India. Authorities have granted approval for a waste heat recovery-based power project, marking a significant step toward sustainable and cost-effective energy generation.

In a regulatory filing, Godawari Power and Ispat Limited confirmed that it has received consent to operate a 6.91 MW waste heat recovery power plant at its integrated steel facility in Siltara Industrial Area, Raipur. The approval, issued by the Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board on April 2, 2026, allows the company to harness waste heat generated from its pellet plant and ferro alloys division.

The plant has already entered its trial run phase from the same date and is expected to begin commercial operations by the end of April 2026. This move is likely to enhance energy efficiency while reducing dependency on external power sources.

Waste heat recovery systems are increasingly becoming vital for industries aiming to cut costs and lower emissions. With this project nearing full-scale operations, the development signals a broader shift toward greener industrial practices while strengthening in-house power capabilities.