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Biochar Integration by Tata Steel to Reduce Emissions

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Tata Steel is the first Indian producer to trial biochar at its Jamshedpur plant, replacing fossil fuels with biomass-derived charcoal, reducing CO₂ emissions by 50,000 tonnes annually. After successful trials, biochar is now used in additional blast furnaces, marking a global first in...


India’s First Cowshed with Integrated CBG Plant Opens in Gwalior

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Adarsh Gaushala in Gwalior inaugurated Madhya Pradesh's first modern CBG plant, processing cattle dung and waste for Bio-CNG production. The 100 TPD plant, costing Rs 31 crores, generates 2 tons of CBG daily and produces organic manure to support organic farming. This is...


Biochar Use in Steelmaking Explored as IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Partners with sentra.world

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz The partnership will reduce carbon emissions in India’s steel industry by using biochar from surplus biomass like rice husk and bamboo as a sustainable alternative to coal. The project aims to reduce emissions by up to 40% through biochar use in coke production...


Biochar Revolution: Kerala to Study Its Role in Carbon Sequestration

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz The Kerala government is assessing the potential of biochar for sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation, following a proposal from the Australia India Business Council (AIBC). Biochar improves soil fertility, water retention, and aids in carbon sequestration, making it crucial for climate change mitigation....


Eight New CBG Plants as GPS Renewables and Oil India Join Hands

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz GPS Renewables and Oil India Limited have formed a joint venture to set up eight compressed biogas (CBG) plants across India. The venture follows a DBFOOT model and focuses on using agricultural residues to produce biogas. The initiative supports India's net-zero goals. To...


CBG Projects in Andhra Pradesh: Reliance Industries to Invest ₹65,000 Crore

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Reliance Industries signed an MoU with Andhra Pradesh to invest ₹65,000 crore in 500 Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants over the next 4-5 years. The project supports Andhra Pradesh's Clean Energy Policy 2024. To know more Click


Agri-Waste-Based 10 TPD Torrefaction and Pelletization Plant Set Up by NTPC at NETRA

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz NTPC’s R&D unit, NETRA, and LWP Biocoal LLP established a 10 TPD plant to promote torrefied biomass technology from agricultural residues. Torrefied pellets are recognized by the UNFCCC for reducing emissions and are used to increase biomass co-firing in coal plants. The technology,...


Agricultural Residue-Based CBG Projects: GAIL and VERBIO India Join Hands

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz GAIL (India) Ltd. and VERBIO India signed an MoU to establish agricultural residue-based CBG plants in India. The partnership will identify greenfield locations, conduct feasibility studies, and secure investments to potentially form a joint venture. The initiative will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, provide...


35 Advanced Biomass Warehouses to be Set up By BiofuelCircle

BiofuelCircle is expanding its rural biomass infrastructure, increasing warehouses from 15 to 35 with a ₹75 crore investment. The initiative targets 70,000 farmers and 250,000 MT of biomass processing by FY 2024-25, reducing stubble burning in Uttar Pradesh. Its digital platform promotes sustainability by supplying...


Stubble Burning with BiofuelCircle’s Biomass Bank in UP

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz BiofuelCircle launched an initiative in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, with 40+ machines for stubble management. The program aims to collect 30,000 MT of stubble from 25,000 acres for CBG plants, using advanced technology. The initiative includes three Biomass Banks and warehouses promoting sustainable agricultural...