THE WORLD'S PROBLEM
Mounting Waste, Looming Crisis: Environmental Challenges faced by India and the World
Waste generation causes environmental pollution, biodiversity loss, public health risks, and above all, climate change. Landfills release methane, plastics harm ecosystems, and mismanaged waste pollutes air, water, and soil, exacerbating global warming and economic burdens.
The mounting waste crisis in India demands urgent and comprehensive action. While policy measures are in place, their implementation must be strengthened through technological advancements, community participation, and international collaboration.
GLOBAL WASTE BUILDUP
Global waste-related emissions are projected to rise sharply from 1.6 billion tonnes CO₂-equivalent (2016) to 2.6 billion tonnes CO₂-equivalent by 2050, mainly due to landfill methane emissions.
* MMT to refer Million Metric Tonnes (per year)
GLOBAL WASTE MARKET
High Waste Generation
The global waste generation is expected to increase from 2.01 billion tons in 2016 to 3.8 billion tons by 2050
Low Recycling Efficiency
The global recycling rate is just at 13%, with Europe achieving up to 47% of produced
Higher Emissions
20% of global anthropogenic methane emissions originate from the waste sector
Fast Growing Sector
Waste management market was valued at $2 trillion in 2022 is to reach $4.5 trillion by 2030
LET US CLEAN THE PLANET FOR
A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
WE ARE
X2Fuels and Energy, a deep-tech innovative start-up company focused on sustainable energy solutions. Specializing in advanced biofuels, waste-to-energy technology, and carbon-neutral alternatives, X2Fuels & Energy aims to revolutionize the energy & fuels sector with eco-friendly and efficient solutions. With a commitment to reducing carbon footprint and promoting renewable energy, we are at the forefront of the transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable future.
OUR TECHNOLOGY
Hydrothermal Liquefaction (HTL): The Future of Renewable Oil & Materials Production
HTL mimics natural oil formation but accelerates the process to hours instead of millions of years! This results in higher oil yields compared to traditional biomass-to-liquid thermochemical technologies, thanks to its ability to convert diverse feedstocks, including wet biomass, organic fraction of municipal solid wastes, industrial wastes, seaweeds and waste plastics with minimal energy input. The (bio-)crude oil exhibits a similar chemical profile to petroleum crude, making it compatible with existing refinery infrastructure, enabling its seamless integration into the energy supply chain.
Power Generation
Refining
Separation
Feed accleration
Liquefaction
Energy Solids
X2Fuels and Energy - Continuous scale hydorthermal liquefaction process
Liquid Fuel
ADVANTAGES
FEEDSTOCK-AGNOSTIC
Capable of processing a wide variety of organic feedstocks, including agricultural residues, forestry waste, micro/macroalgae, organic fraction of municipal solid waste, non-biodegradable wastes, waste plastics and even sewage sludge, without requiring heterogeneous catalysts and significant pre-processing.
SCALABLITY
HTL technology is highly adaptable and scalable. Its modular design and the ability to process various feedstocks make it suitable for widespread adoption across industries, sectors and regions. It supports flexible capacity expansion, integrates with existing infrastructure, and offers economic viability through economies of scale.
WIDELY APPLIED
HTL-derived crude oil serves diverse sectors, including transportation, power generation, industries, marine fuel, and heating. The HTL char can be used for energy production, as soil amendment and for the manufacture of activated carbons for environmental decontamination. It supports rural, urban and industrial energy & fuel needs and holds export potential.
MARKETS
THE GAME CHANGER
We build India's first commercial hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) plant
We have built India's first-of-its-kind commercial demonstration HTL plant, a ground-breaking initiative that converts industrial waste into renewable, crude-like oil in continuous mode of operation. This innovative facility showcases the potential of HTL technology to transform typical commercial wastes into valuable liquid and solid fuels. Designed with a focus on sustainability and efficiency, the plant sets a new benchmark for waste management and renewable energy production in India.
PARTNERS
Tube Investments of India
Engineers India Limited
IIT Madras Incubation Cell
