May 12, 2026
In India, SusBDe operates its municipal solid waste-to-energy platform through Keva SusBDe Biotech Pvt. Ltd. (KSBPL), the designated joint venture entity for MSW-based bioenergy projects.
All other (non MSW related) SusBDe Group of Companies bioenergy activities in India — including projects based on chicken litter, agricultural waste, and decentralized CBG development — are represented and supported by Mr. Sunil Kumar Bains, a board-level energy executive with over 37 years of experience in Oil & Gas, CGD, and renewable gas infrastructure development.
Mr. Bains has played a pioneering role in large-scale waste-to-energy and CBG projects across India, including leadership positions in MSW-to-CBG initiatives under the SATAT framework. His expertise spans:
As former Director (Commercial) and Board Member at Central UP Gas Limited (BPCL–GAIL JV), he led commercial strategy and infrastructure growth at one of India’s leading CGD companies. Today, as India Representative for SusBDe Group of Companies, Mr. Bains focuses on:
His deep regulatory insight, execution discipline, and national energy network make him a key driver in SusBDe’s expansion in the Indian bioenergy market.
What began as a vision in 2021 has become one of India's leading municipal waste-to-biomethane projects. The Nagpur project demonstrates how perseverance, international collaboration and innovative technology can transform ambitious ideas into reality. As the project moves towards completion, it not only marks a major milestone for SusBDe and its partners, but also establishes a blueprint for the next generation of circular economy projects across India.
Following recent high-level meetings with key stakeholders in Sri Lanka, SusBDe has taken another important step towards the development of sustainable waste-to-biomethane infrastructure. During a presentation to the Maharagama Urban Council, SusBDe demonstrated how its integrated MSW-to-CBG technology can transform municipal waste into renewable energy while supporting Sri Lanka's circular economy ambitions.
SusBDe has taken an important step in advancing its sustainable waste-to-biomethane initiatives in Sri Lanka through high-level discussions with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Embassy has expressed strong confidence in SusBDe's innovative Dutch technology and will actively support the company's engagement with government authorities and strategic partners to accelerate the development of future renewable energy projects.
SusBDe strengthens its Advisory Board with the appointment of Bert Jägel as Chairman. The renewed Advisory Board will play a more active role in supporting the company's international growth, strategic development, and long-term mission in circular waste-to-energy and biomethane infrastructure.
'TEMPORARY UPDATE: Safety and security of our people in India remain our highest priority. As a precautionary measure, SusBDe has temporarily adjusted selected public team information while continuing all operations and commitments unchanged.
SusBDe attended the 60th anniversary edition of IFAT 2026 in Munich together with representatives from the SusBDe Group of Companies, Keva SusBDe Biotech and SusBDe India B.V. The visit focused on developments in waste segregation, PSA and membrane technologies, biomethane solutions and strengthening relationships with international partners, suppliers and technology providers.
SusBDe welcomes Mr. Sunil Kumar Bains as India Representative, bringing over 37 years of experience in Oil & Gas, CGD, and renewable gas infrastructure to drive SusBDe's expansion in the Indian bioenergy market.
