IIT Kanpur and NSI Kanpur signed an MoU to establish a Centre of Excellence for Biofuels, focusing on bio-CNG, ethanol, aviation fuel, and green hydrogen from biomass. Leveraging Uttar Pradesh's strong sugarcane production, the Centre aims to meet India's 20% ethanol blending target by 2025...
Indraprastha Gas (IGL) has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with two technology partners during India Energy Week 2024 to establish 19 compressed biogas (CBG) plants across four states: Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. The partnership aims to produce 0.45 MMSCMD (million metric standard cubic...
Adani Total Gas has begun production at its Barsana Biogas Plant, which is expected to be India’s largest biogas plant upon completion. The Barsana Biogas Project is built in three phases. Upon full completion, it can process 600 tons of feedstock daily, generating over 42...
SKC, a South Korean chemical company, has made headlines with its latest innovation in plant-based bioplastics. This development represents a crucial step towards sustainable materials, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease environmental impact. Using renewable resources such as plant oils, SKC has...
Reverdia, a leading producer of bio-succinic acid, has partnered with Vaude, a renowned outdoor apparel and equipment company, to introduce Biosuccinium in the manufacturing of sustainable footwear. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in the sustainable fashion industry, offering eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials and...
CEF Group, a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, has announced its intention to make a substantial investment of Rs 650 crore in Uttar Pradesh. This significant financial commitment reflects the company's confidence in the region's potential for advancing renewable energy initiatives. The allocated...
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), one of India's leading oil and natural gas companies, has initiated a pilot study to explore the feasibility and performance of alternative fuel blends. The primary objective of this pilot study is to evaluate the performance of two specific fuel...
[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"] ONGC and EverEnviron have formed a joint venture to establish 10 compressed biogas (CBG) plants across India, marking a significant move towards enhancing the country's renewable energy infrastructure. The new plants will utilize organic waste, such as agricultural...
Biomass-based electricity, contributing 2.6% of India's power, is gaining traction as a sustainable alternative, utilizing agricultural residues to reduce stubble burning. MNRE promotes biomass projects using residues like bagasse and crop waste, with Denmark’s vibrating grate boiler technology improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The technology, achieving...
The researchers at IIT Mandi have identified microbial pairs that can effectively convert cellulose - a major component present in agriculture residue and paper waste - into useful chemicals, biofuels, and carbon. The process involves using a bioprocessing approach where the researchers have developed two...
