Delhi aims to build a formal e-waste recycling industry with a ₹1.5 billion eco park project.
In a push toward sustainable industrial development, Delhi is set to establish India’s first dedicated e-waste eco park, with a ₹1.5 billion investment. The initiative, to be located in Holambi Kalan, North Delhi, and expected to process over 51,000 metric tonnes of e-waste annually, currently dominated by informal handlers.
With India generating over 1.6 million tonnes of e-waste annually, the sector remains largely informal and hazardous. Delhi’s eco park could set a national benchmark, attracting ESG-linked investment, circular economy partnerships, and new compliance contracts under the 2022 e-waste rules.
Environment and Industries Minister, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, recently visited Revac, a globally valued e-waste recycling facility in Revetal, Norway, which will serve as the model for Delhi’s upcoming project.
The Norwegian facility, one of Europe’s most advanced, spans 1,10,000 square metres and processes around 1,10,000 metric tonnes of waste every year. It focuses on high-efficiency material recovery, safe dismantling, and pollution-free operations.
Revac already exports recycled raw materials to Indian manufacturers, showcasing a functioning international circular economy. This model is now being studied for direct adaptation in Delhi, given its similar climatic and spatial conditions to Holambi Kalan.
During the visit, a technical evaluation was conducted, examining waste segregation, advanced recovery, and eco-compliant disposal methods. Discussions focused on operational models, public-private partnerships, and community engagement.
The Delhi government plans to execute the eco park under the Public Private Partnership (PPP) model through the Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC). It will cover all 106 e-waste categories under India’s E-Waste Management Rules, 2022.
The facility is projected to generate over ₹3.5 billion in revenue and create thousands of green jobs. With Delhi contributing nearly 9.5% to India’s total e-waste and one of the highest globally, the move seeks to shift the city’s informal, hazardous e-waste handling into a regulated, eco-friendly system.
