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India’s Ethanol Production Surge to 990 Crore Litres by 2025

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz India aims to achieve a 20% petrol blending rate by ESY 2025, requiring 990 crore liters of ethanol annually. Grain-based ethanol production is expected to reach 600 crore liters by next season, supporting sugarcane-based production and managing sugar inventories. Ethanol blending rates have...


Biomass Scheme Extended To 2029 To Boost Biofuel Production

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz India has extended the Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN scheme to 2028-29, focusing on advanced biofuels and renewable energy. The scheme includes 2G ethanol projects using lignocellulosic biomass. Key goals include boosting farmer incomes, reducing pollution, creating jobs, and supporting energy security. To know more...


100% Ethanol-Run Cars by Indian Auto Companies

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Toyota announced a ₹20,000 crore investment to establish a flex-fuel car production plant in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. The flex-fuel vehicles, running on 100% ethanol or a blend with electric power, align with BS-VI norms and offer net-zero emissions. Companies like Tatas, Suzuki, Bajaj, TVS,...


Alcohol from Agricultural Waste Extracted Using New Technique

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Pantnagar University scientists developed a method to extract 90% alcohol from agricultural waste efficiently utilizing biomass like sugarcane bagasse. The new technique avoids organic solvents, allowing deeper enzyme penetration for better carbohydrate conversion. This process isolates cellulose from agricultural waste, creating fermentable sugars...


1G & 2G Bio-Ethanol Refinery Project by BPCL

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz BPCL's integrated 1G and 2G bio-ethanol refinery in Bargarh, with a throughput of 100 Kl/day, is nearing completion. The project supports India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in biofuels. The refinery will significantly contribute to sustainable energy solutions in India. To know more Click


Ethanol supply: Nanda Devi Bio Energy signs Agreement with OMCs

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Nanda Devi Bio Energy is building a 160 KLPD grain-based ethanol plant in Tamil Nadu, producing 5.28 crore liters annually from rice and maize. The plant supports the E20 blending policy and will reduce transportation costs for Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). Set to...


Ethanol-blended fuel Compatible Vehicles by Volvo India

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Volvo Cars plans to launch vehicles compatible with ethanol-blended fuels in India, including the EX30 SUV and XC60, XC90 models for E20 compatibility. The company aims for net-zero emissions and a circular economy by 2040. This move is part of Volvo’s broader sustainability...


Fermbox Bio Launches Cellulosic Enzyme Cocktail to Transform Agricultural Waste into 2G Ethanol

In a significant stride towards sustainable biofuel production, Fermbox Bio has unveiled a groundbreaking cellulosic enzyme cocktail designed to convert agricultural waste into second-generation (2G) ethanol. This innovative development holds immense potential to revolutionize the biofuel industry by providing an efficient and eco-friendly solution for...


India’s Ethanol Production Gradually Shifts from Sugar to Maize and Rice

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz India's ethanol production from food grains like maize and rice has increased from 37.4% to 51% in the current year. Total ethanol production till June 9 was 357.12 crore liters, with 181.38 crore liters from grains and 175.74 crore liters from sugar. Maize...


Ethanol worth Rs 18.85 crore to OMCs To be Supplied by Gulshan Polyols Ltd

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Gulshan Polyols secured an ₹18.85 crore contract to supply 2,713 kiloliters of ethanol to BPCL, IOCL, and HPCL by October 2024, sourced from its 60 KLPD plant in Boregaon. The company has also commenced commercial operations at its 250 KLPD grain-based ethanol plant...