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...
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...
In an innovative stride towards enhancing gut health, Brightseed has introduced a bio-gut fiber sourced from upcycled hemp hulls. This breakthrough product leverages the nutritional benefits of hemp, a versatile and sustainable crop, to offer a natural solution for gut health support. The introduction of...
In the ongoing quest for sustainable chemical production, the development of bio-based monopropylene glycol (MPG) stands out as a pivotal innovation. As industries globally strive to reduce their carbon footprints, the transition from petroleum-based to bio-based chemicals represents a crucial step towards achieving a decarbonized...
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 bio-economy updates from BioBiz Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) plans to convert green waste into biomass briquettes, aiming to reduce waste and promote sustainability. BMC also plans to set up a plant to process flower waste from temples into candles, incense, and dyes, targeting pollution reduction in water...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Gurugram's Municipal Corporation (MCG) and NTPC will sign an MoU to establish a waste-to-charcoal plant at Bandhwari landfill, converting 600 metric tons of waste into 200 metric tons of charcoal daily. The plant uses torrefaction to produce energy-dense charcoal and replacing coal in...
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...
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...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Kotyark Industries received "Consent to Operate" for its biodiesel and glycerin facility in Swaroopgunj, Sirohi, enabling production of up to 1500 KL of biodiesel and 210 KL of glycerin daily. The company plans to scale production gradually to meet growing demand of biofuels....
