The first ECCT in the country constructed with assistance from WASTE of Netherlands was commissioned in April 2006. Of the 14 compost chambers, the first compost chamber was closed 30-01-2008. The same was opened by Mr. Valentine Post, Regional Officer, WASTE, Netherlands on 21st June 2009. in the presence of Mr. V.C. Sudhakar, President, MSTP, Mr. D.Subramanian, Executive Officer, MSTP and Mr. M.Subburaman, Director, SCOPE. The compost taken out from the chamber which was in very good condition, weighed about 1117 kgs. The sample of the compost sent for scientific analysis. The same will be applied in the horticulture research field under the guidance of the Dr. Jothimani, of Tamil Nadu Agriculture University, the Principle Investigator.