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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 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...
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,...
Tata Steel tested carbon-neutral biomass charcoal at its Athagarh ferro-chrome plant, replacing coke to reduce emissions. The trial, using 5% biomass, could reduce CO2 emissions by 6%, with further trials and potential charcoal imports being considered. Tata Steel is also collaborating with BHP on low-carbon...
The chemical industry is experiencing a significant shift towards sustainability, driven by the need to reduce environmental impact and reliance on fossil fuels. Phthalic anhydride, a key industrial chemical used in the production of plastics, resins, and dyes, is now at the forefront of this...
Sanyo Chemical Industries has recently made a groundbreaking announcement regarding the development of a superabsorbent polymer (SAP) derived from biomass. This innovation marks a significant stride in the pursuit of sustainable and eco-friendly materials, showcasing the potential of biotechnology in transforming the chemical industry. The...
Event Announcement: Cogen India will organize a business meeting on March 21, 2024, at the Radisson Hotel, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Objective: The event aims to discuss strategies for harnessing biomass potential in sugar industries in Madhya Pradesh. Context: The focus is on transforming sugar mills...
NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has started biomass co-firing at the NTPL (Neyveli Tamilnadu Power Limited) plant. The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by blending biomass with coal, contributing to cleaner energy production. This co-firing process will utilize biomass pellets made from agricultural waste, helping...
India is promoting the co-firing of biomass pellets in thermal power plants to reduce carbon emissions and utilize agricultural waste. The Ministry of Power has issued guidelines to thermal power plants for co-firing biomass pellets with coal. This initiative aims to mitigate air pollution from...
India's biomass industry is experiencing significant momentum, indicated by a 10% growth in the sector's revenue, reaching ₹65,000 crore in the fiscal year 2020-21. The sector's growth is driven by increased demand for renewable energy sources, with biomass contributing to about 16% of the country's...
