Mercedes-Benz, a leader in the automotive industry, is pushing the boundaries of sustainable luxury by incorporating cactus and mushroom-based materials in its car interiors. This eco-friendly initiative is part of the brand's commitment to reducing its environmental footprint. Innovative Materials in Use Cactus Leather: Derived...
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IndianOil) and LanzaJet signed an MoU to develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production in India. The partnership will use LanzaJet’s Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) technology to utilize Indian waste and ethanol sources. The agreement was signed during India Energy Week, with significant support...
Airbus and CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (CSIR-IIP) signed an MoU to develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India. The collaboration aims to support India's aerospace industry's decarbonization through new technology pathways and the commercialization of SAF. Joint efforts include technical assessments, approvals, market access, and...
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd’s second Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant was inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Gorakhpur. The plant, manufactured by CEID Consultant and Engineering Pvt Ltd, processes agricultural waste to generate 20 tons of pure CBG per day. This initiative supports...
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) plans to invest Rs 5000 crore in developing compressed biogas (CBG) plants across India. The initiative focuses on producing biogas from agricultural waste and other organic materials, supporting sustainable energy production. This investment aims to reduce carbon emissions by utilizing biogas...
The HPCL Compressed Biogas (CBG) Plant in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, was inaugurated by Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The plant processes 100 tons of rice straw daily, producing 14 tons of biogas and 65 tons of solid manure, helping reduce...
The Indian government has initiated a plan to use maize to bolster energy security by converting it into ethanol for fuel blending. This move aims to boost maize production by 10 million tonnes over the next five years, meeting the growing demand for ethanol. The...
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has developed nine standards for biofuels and is working on a standard for paraffinic (green) diesel derived from second-generation (2G) feedstock. The USA, Brazil, and India are leading producers and consumers of biofuels, contributing 85% of global ethanol production...
Clariant, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has achieved a significant milestone with the commencement of commercial production of Sunliquid® cellulosic ethanol at its new plant in Podari, Romania. This breakthrough marks a pivotal moment in sustainable biofuel production, setting a new standard for renewable...
In a strategic collaboration with Sony Group Corporation and Sony Intellectual Property Services Corporation, Sumitomo Corporation is pioneering a transformative initiative to convert rice husks into valuable biofuels, biochemicals, and renewable energy sources. This ambitious project addresses environmental challenges and underscores Sumitomo's commitment to sustainable...
