February 9, 2026
SusBDe continues to expand its international footprint with the further development of Waste-to-Energy projects in Suriname and Guyana. In this context, SusBDe works closely with Robert Dijkstra and Marciano Djanam, who represent SusBDe locally and support project development in the region.
The focus is on the sustainable conversion of organic residual and waste streams from the agro and food sector — such as rice residues and manure streams — into renewable energy and high-quality fertilizers. This approach provides a concrete alternative to open burning of agricultural residues and contributes to improved environmental performance, energy security and circular resource use.
SusBDe develops and delivers turn-key installations in which organic material is converted into biogas through a controlled anaerobic process. After limited treatment, the biogas can be used — after further upgrading — as bio-CNG for industrial, transport and household applications. In parallel, the process produces safe, nutrient-rich fertilizers that support soil quality and agricultural productivity.
The collaboration with Robert Dijkstra and Marciano Djanam combines strong local knowledge and networks with SusBDe’s technical, financial and governance expertise. This creates a solid foundation for scalable, bankable projects with long-term value for local stakeholders, investors and public partners.
“Suriname and Guyana have strong agricultural sectors and significant organic residue streams. Circular energy solutions can make a tangible economic and environmental impact in this context.”
Over the coming period, several project initiatives will be further developed towards feasibility studies and investment decisions.
SusBDe expands its presence in Suriname and Guyana through local representation, focusing on scalable Waste-to-Energy solutions that convert agricultural residues into renewable energy and high-quality fertilizers.
SusBDe Biotech Lanka is officially registered under BOI Section 17 and has been allocated 12 acres within the Kerawalapitiya Waste Management Zone, one of Sri Lanka’s key strategic hubs for municipal solid waste (MSW) processing.
SusBDe’s partner Pelican Biogas is advancing a portfolio of six poultry-waste-to-biogas plants in Arkansas, with SusBDe supporting the technology and process design. Each plant converts ~100,000 tons of waste into 35+ million m³ of biogas annually, applying the same technology platform used in Europe. With first operations expected in 2027, the portfolio illustrates how proven European systems enable large-scale circular energy solutions in the U.S.
Nagpur’s flagship CBG plant has entered cold commissioning, validating all core systems of a facility capable of treating up to 1,500 tonnes of MSW daily and generating 27 million m³ of renewable biogas each year. With construction complete, the project now moves into operational testing—an essential step toward one of India’s largest biomethane production hubs.
SusBDe joined the Dutch Trade Mission at IFAT India 2025 in Mumbai, presenting its Waste-to-Energy concept and engaging with partners and government leaders on advancing circular solutions in India’s growing sustainability sector.
This week, Jaap Veenenbos and Harshavardhini Varagunan represent SusBDe, it partners at the Dutch biogas sector at IFAT India 2025 in Mumbai. From the Netherlands Pavilion, they are meeting with partners, project developers, and investors to showcase how Dutch technology is driving India’s circular energy transition.
Prof. Joseph Stiglitz, Nobel Prize–winning economist, engaged in in-depth discussions with Bastiaan Dijkman of SusBDe. His perspectives on inequality and climate change resonate strongly with the challenges SusBDe faces: developing profitable, scalable projects that still struggle to secure government and institutional financing. These exchanges underscored both the urgency of action and the need for persistence in building a fairer, more sustainable future.
