Key Questions Answered in this Section What types of materials make up lignocellulosic biomass for CBG production? What components in lignocellulosic biomass resist microbial digestion? What are the four categories of pretreatment methods described for CBG production? What specific techniques are used in physical pretreatment...
Key Questions Answered in this Section What is lignocellulosic feedstock? Why is lignocellulosic biomass sustainable for ethanol? Why is pretreatment essential? Which Indian companies lead in lignocellulosic ethanol? What are physical pretreatment methods? How does mechanical comminution work? What are chemical pretreatment methods? How does...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz India is set to lead Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production, aaccording to IATA. India’s feedstock surplus and ethanol production to be 8-10 million tonnes by 2040. Methods like HEFA, Alcohol-to-Jet, and Fischer-Tropsch are key for scalable SAF production. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) signed an MoU with the Bihar Government to promote renewable energy projects and green hydrogen mobility. The Bihar Government will support permissions and clearances. The MoU underscores NGEL's commitment to advancing green hydrogen solutions. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz India’s first bio-bitumen-based National Highway stretch, developed by Praj Industries, was inaugurated in Nagpur, using lignin-based bio-bitumen. The technology reduces India’s reliance on imported bitumen and cuts greenhouse gas emissions by 70%. This project marks a significant step in India’s sustainable development. To...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Ashoka Buildcon plans a ₹9,000 crore green hydrogen plant in Begusarai, Bihar, using a 1,250 MW solar plant. The project will be completed in two phases, with the first phase in 1.5–2 years. Ashoka Buildcon is known for large infrastructure projects. To know...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz India's ethanol production capacity has reached 1,685 crore liters, with 744 crore liters from grain-based and 941 crore liters from molasses-based distilleries. The Ethanol Blended with Petrol (EBP) Programme aims for 20% blending by 2025. Current blending stands at 14.6%. To know more...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz ONGC is exploring a green hydrogen plant in Mangaluru to supply energy to MRPL. The project aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions compared to grey hydrogen. This initiative reflects ONGC's commitment to sustainable energy solutions. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Gulshan Polyols Limited’s 250 KLPD ethanol plant in Assam will receive a ₹2 per liter Production Linked Incentive (PLI) for three years. The company is expected to gain ₹50 crore in incentives over three years. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Bihar approved 47 ethanol distillery projects to boost production for India's Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme. The state currently operates 22 distilleries. Ethanol supply bids coordinated by OMCs allow feedstock flexibility to meet blending goals. To know more Click
