Wedoany.com Report-Feb 24, Balrampur Chini Mills has announced to set up a Polylactic Acid (PLA) biopolymer manufacturing unit at Kumbhi, Uttar Pradesh with an investment of Rs 2,850 crore.
This plant will be Indias first industrial-scale biopolymer facility and will set a new global benchmark in sustainable manufacturing. It will be powered entirely by 100% renewable energy throughout the production process and will be the first location where sugarcane is transformed into PLA in a single, integrated site, showcasing a truly closed-loop sustainability model.
With an annual production capacity of 80,000 tonnes, the plant will produce 100% industrially compostable and bio-based PLA (Poly Lactic Acid), a versatile material ideal for replacing banned single-use plastic (SUP) items such as straws, disposable cutlery, food trays, bottles, curd cups, and carry bags.
The PLA produced at this facility can also be anaerobically digested to produce biogas and fertilizer, addressing both waste management and emissions. The production process emits 68% less greenhouse gases compared to conventional plastics, and as the worlds first PLA plant fully powered by renewable energy, emissions will be reduced even further.
The project is expected to generate 225 direct jobs in manufacturing, R&D, and operations, with over 2,000 indirect jobs created across the value chain. The facility will strengthen Uttar Pradeshs industrial economy, positioning it as a hub for biopolymer production and exports. It is expected to attract both foreign and domestic investments, promoting advancements in green chemistry, sustainable manufacturing, and Indias circular economy while reducing reliance on imported plastics.
