Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Ltd (KPCL) unveiled Tonalli, an innovative waste-to-energy solution designed to convert organic food waste into biogas and organic fertiliser. The compact, decentralised system caters to a wide range of users, including industries, hospitality establishments, industrial canteens, commercial kitchens, and residential communities. By enabling a 100 percent waste-utilisation process, Tonalli helps organizations reduce waste disposal challenges while generating renewable energy and valuable by-products.
Advancing Circular Economy and Sustainable Waste Management
Built on the principles of the circular economy, Tonalli promotes efficient resource recovery by converting food waste into clean energy and nutrient-rich organic fertiliser. As a result, users can reduce their dependence on conventional fuels such as LPG and PNG while benefiting from lower energy costs and safer cooking fuel alternatives. Furthermore, the solution supports organizations seeking to improve sustainability performance and reduce their environmental footprint through responsible waste management practices.
Supporting Compliance with Emerging Waste Management Regulations
Tonalli aligns with India’s evolving Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, which emphasize decentralized waste processing and four-stream waste segregation. By enabling on-site treatment of organic waste, the solution helps businesses and communities comply with regulatory requirements while minimizing waste transportation and landfill dependency. As sustainability regulations become increasingly stringent, decentralized waste-to-energy technologies such as Tonalli offer an effective pathway toward regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship.
Driving Sustainable Impact Through Engineering Innovation
Aman Kirloskar, Managing Director, Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Ltd, said, “Tonalli represents our commitment towards engineering innovation that creates sustainable impact. As industries and communities increasingly look for smarter and decentralized waste-management systems, Tonalli offers an efficient way to convert food waste into valuable green energy while supporting compliance, resource recovery, and long-term environmental responsibility.”
Nuriel Pezarkar, Technology Partner at NobleExchange Environment Solutions Private Limited, added, “Tonalli with BioBit Technology is more than a machine. It is a compact, plug-and-play solution where every installation is equivalent to thousands of trees planted, LPG replaced, and carbon credits earned—measurable outcomes that reflect environmental responsibility, circularity, and economic value.”
Advanced Technology Ensures Reliable Biogas Production
At the core of Tonalli is an advanced Controlled Anaerobic Digestion Process, which efficiently converts organic waste into biogas through a carefully managed biological process. The system incorporates several innovative features, including Advanced Controlled Anaerobic Digestion Technology, Innovative Gas Agitation Technology that eliminates the need for mechanical agitators, Multi-stage biogas purification and cleaning systems, Pressurized gas delivery using a Kirloskar compressor for consistent flame performance and PLC-based safety controls with automatic flaring and pressure relief mechanisms. Together, these technologies ensure reliable operation, improved efficiency, and enhanced industrial safety.
Enabling a Cleaner and More Resource-Efficient Future
With the launch of Tonalli, Kirloskar Pneumatic strengthens its commitment to sustainable engineering and responsible resource utilization. The solution addresses growing demand for decentralized waste management systems while supporting renewable energy generation, carbon reduction, and circular economy objectives. As reported by manufacturingtodayindia.com, as industries, institutions, and residential communities seek environmentally responsible alternatives to traditional waste disposal methods, Tonalli offers an efficient, scalable, and future-ready solution that transforms waste into valuable resources while contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future.
