India bio-economy updates from BioBiz BHEL signed a contract with AdPower and Mahan Energen to develop three Supercritical Thermal Power projects worth over ₹11,000 crore in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Each project will have a 2x800 MW capacity, utilizing advanced Supercritical Technology, with BHEL supplying critical equipment and...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Nitin Gadkari highlighted IOC's 88,000-tonne bio ATF plant and plans for bio ATF-powered aircraft in Nagpur. He emphasized making bio ATF cheaper than petroleum ATF and promoting ethanol vehicles at IOC’s 400 stations. Gadkari launched Bajaj's CNG scooter, announced rice straw-based CNG projects,...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Bajaj Auto plans to expand its clean energy portfolio with CNG and ethanol-powered motorcycles and three-wheelers in FY25. The company recently launched the Freedom 125, the world’s first CNG-powered motorcycle. These initiatives demonstrate Bajaj Auto's commitment to innovation and sustainability in transportation. To...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Mumbai-based RPJ Tea Pvt Ltd plans to establish a biofuel factory in Assam’s Udalguri district. The initiative aligns with sustainability goals. RPJ Tea emphasizes environmental stewardship and innovation, contributing to Northeast India’s development. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) issued a tender for a 1,000 MTPA green hydrogen generation unit in Assam. The project uses renewable energy and biogas/syngas for hydrogen production. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Researchers from IIT Bhubaneswar developed a solar-powered microwave pyrolysis reactor for efficient waste management, converting biomass and plastics into biochar and bio-oil. The reactor, powered by solar energy, reduces environmental pollution with a focus on producing products like biochar. The mobile, carbon-neutral technology...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Tata Steel UISL plans to convert all food waste in Jamshedpur into biogas by March 2026. 20 establishments have already adopted biogas waste management systems. The project aims to reduce landfill pressure and promote sustainable waste management. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz GAIL and Petron Scientech signed an MoU to establish a 500 KTA bio-ethylene plant in India, producing bio-ethylene from bio-ethanol as a 50:50 joint venture. Feasibility studies will assess the project’s technical and financial viability. The collaboration aims to promote sustainable practices and...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz IISER-Bhopal's study provides the first complete genome sequence of water hyacinth, revealing its adaptability and potential applications in ecological management. Key genes related to cell wall biosynthesis, photosynthesis, and heavy metal sequestration highlight its use for biofuel production and phytoremediation. The genome sequence,...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) in Shimla plans to develop new potato varieties for bioethanol production. CPRI scientists have successfully tested ethanol production from potatoes, using damaged or surplus potatoes in the interim. With 15% of India’s potato yield often wasted, this...
