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...
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) will invest Rs 1,400 crore to establish sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facilities. The facilities will be set up at BPCL’s Mumbai, Kochi, and Bina refineries. BPCL aims to achieve 5% SAF blending by 2030, supporting the Indian government's blending targets....
EverEnviro Resource Management Pvt Ltd and Thermax Bioenergy Solutions Pvt Ltd signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with European Sustainable Solutions ApS (EUSUSO-Denmark). The partnership will incorporate EUSUSO’s Gemidan Ecogi technology into upcoming municipal solid waste (MSW) based Compressed Bio Gas (CBG) plants in India....
Biofuels Junction is expanding in Andhra Pradesh, leveraging the region's rich paddy production. They collaborate with local manufacturers and suppliers to collect agricultural residues like paddy straw, sugarcane trash, and cotton plant residue. Founded in 2018, Biofuels Junction shifted its focus from manufacturing to supply...
The ethanol blending program has resulted in substantial savings of Rs 24,300 crore in foreign exchange for India in the fiscal year 2022-23. This is a notable achievement in the country's efforts to reduce its import bill for fossil fuels. The program aims to blend...
The US has offered technical assistance, expertise, and investments to help India scale up its ethanol production and blending infrastructure. This includes sharing best practices, advanced technologies, and efficient production methods. India aims to achieve a 20% ethanol blend in gasoline by 2025, known as...