Category : Bioenergy


Indian Oil to open 300 ethanol fuel stations: Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), India’s leading oil refiner, will establish 300 ethanol fuel stations across the country. This decision aligns with the government's push towards adopting cleaner energy sources and reducing the nation's carbon footprint. The initiative comes after Nitin Gadkari's proposal for ethanol pumps...


India Moots Biofuel Alliance Among 14 Members of IPEF

India has proposed the formation of a biofuel alliance among the 14 member countries of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF). This initiative is aimed at enhancing cooperation and collaboration in the biofuel sector. The proposed alliance seeks to promote the production and utilization of biofuels...


Gruner Renewable Energy Secures Compressed Biogas Projects worth INR 1,500 crore

Gruner Renewable Energy secured multiple contracts for compressed biogas (CBG) projects totaling INR 1,500 crore ($180 million). The projects will collectively produce 88,000 tons of CBG per year. Plants will be located across various cities including Ayodhya, Satna, Balasore, Navsari, Yavatmal, Vijayawada, and Rajahmundry. The...


India to Set up 100 Biogas Plants in Uttar Pradesh

India plans to establish 100 compressed biogas (CBG) plants in Uttar Pradesh, as announced by oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri. A CBG plant producing 14 tons per day was launched in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, with an investment of Rupees 1.33 billion from HPCL. 37 additional...


Suzuki to open four biogas plants in India

Suzuki plans to build four biogas refineries in India, operational by 2025. The plants will convert cattle manure into biomethane, each producing 1.2 tonnes daily, enough to power 680 cars. This initiative targets regions with inadequate electric vehicle charging infrastructure, offering gas-powered cars as a...


Indraprastha Gas signs MoUs to set up 19 biogas plants in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan & UP

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 Begins Production at Barsana Biogas Plant, Stock Rises 8%

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 Achieves Breakthrough with New Plant-Based Bioplastics

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’s Biosuccinium: Paving the Way for Sustainable Footwear by Vaude

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 to Invest Rs 650 Crore in Uttar Pradesh for Biofuel Production

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...