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UP Govt to Set Up Bioplastic Park in Lakhimpur Kheri at Rs 2,000 crore

The bioplastic park will be established in Lakhimpur Kheri, a district in Uttar Pradesh, India. The project will see an investment of Rs 2000 crore. This substantial financial commitment underscores the project's scale and ambition. The primary goal of this initiative is to promote eco-friendly...


Harnessing Microbes for Sustainable Fragrances

The fragrance industry is undergoing a transformation with the introduction of renewable sources for scent production. Traditional fragrance production often relies on petrochemicals or rare natural ingredients, which can have significant environmental impacts. However, recent advancements in biotechnology have enabled the use of microbes to...


Advancements in Biological Sensors for Healthcare

What are Biological Sensors? Biological sensors, or biosensors, are analytical devices that convert a biological response into an electrical signal. These devices typically involve a biological recognition element, such as enzymes, antibodies, or nucleic acids, coupled with a transducer to detect chemical or biological substances....


Bioenergy Scenario in India @2047: Vision by Shishir Joshipura

Understanding Bioenergy and Biofuels Bioenergy: Refers to energy produced from biological sources, such as plant and animal materials, commonly known as biomass. This encompasses agricultural residues, forest waste, and other organic materials. Biofuels: A subset of bioenergy, biofuels are produced specifically for use as fuels....


The Case for Reclassifying Biosolutions: Insights from Novonesis CEO

The agricultural sector stands on the brink of a significant transformation, driven by the need for sustainable practices. At the heart of this transformation are bio solutions—natural or biological products designed to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability. However, current regulations treating these products as synthetic...


Punjab’s Green Leap: Jalkheri Biomass Power Plant Revived

Punjab's Jalkheri biomass power plant, with a 10 MW capacity, has been revived. The plant will exclusively use paddy straw, consuming around one lakh tonnes annually. Aims to reduce stubble burning across 50,000 acres, promoting green energy and environmental sustainability. Features advanced Denmark technology boilers...


India Approves 30% Biofuel Blends for Ships

India now permits the usage of 30% biofuel blends on Indian vessels. This move aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants like sulfur oxides from ships. The initiative is part of India's broader goal to accelerate decarbonization in the shipping industry. It...


Gulshan Polyols Commences Commercial Operations of 250 KLPD Ethanol at the Goalpara unit in Assam.

Commenced commercial operations at its 250 KLPD grain-based ethanol plant in Goalpara, Assam. The milestone was officially communicated on June 7, 2024, after meeting all quality control parameters during the trial run. Gulshan Polyols is a leading manufacturer in India, specializing in ethanol/bio-fuel, grain, and...


Cogen India to organize business meet on ‘Integrated Strategy for Harnessing Biomass Potential at Sugar Industries in Madhya Pradesh’

Event Announcement: Cogen India will organize a business meeting on March 21, 2024, at the Radisson Hotel, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Objective: The event aims to discuss strategies for harnessing biomass potential in sugar industries in Madhya Pradesh. Context: The focus is on transforming sugar mills...


India Plans to Start Large-scale Production of Bio-Bitumen from Biomass

India plans large-scale production of bio-bitumen from biomass to reduce reliance on imports and address stubble burning. Current imports constitute about half of India's annual bitumen needs. A pilot project by the Central Road Research Institute and the Indian Institute of Petroleum will test bio-bitumen...