Category : India Updates

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Mumbai-based RPJ Tea Pvt Ltd plans to establish a biofuel factory in Assam’s Udalguri district. The initiative aligns with sustainability goals. RPJ Tea emphasizes environmental stewardship and innovation, contributing to Northeast India’s development. To know more Click

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) issued a tender for a 1,000 MTPA green hydrogen generation unit in Assam. The project uses renewable energy and biogas/syngas for hydrogen production. To know more Click

Researchers from IIT Bhubaneswar developed a solar-powered microwave pyrolysis reactor for efficient waste management, converting biomass and plastics into biochar and bio-oil. The reactor, powered by solar energy, reduces environmental pollution with a focus on producing products like biochar. The mobile, carbon-neutral technology offers decentralized...

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Tata Steel UISL plans to convert all food waste in Jamshedpur into biogas by March 2026. 20 establishments have already adopted biogas waste management systems. The project aims to reduce landfill pressure and promote sustainable waste management. To know more Click

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz GAIL and Petron Scientech signed an MoU to establish a 500 KTA bio-ethylene plant in India, producing bio-ethylene from bio-ethanol as a 50:50 joint venture. Feasibility studies will assess the project’s technical and financial viability. The collaboration aims to promote sustainable practices and...

IISER-Bhopal's study provides the first complete genome sequence of water hyacinth, revealing its adaptability and potential applications in ecological management. Key genes related to cell wall biosynthesis, photosynthesis, and heavy metal sequestration highlight its use for biofuel production and phytoremediation. The genome sequence, assembled using...

The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) in Shimla plans to develop new potato varieties for bioethanol production. CPRI scientists have successfully tested ethanol production from potatoes, using damaged or surplus potatoes in the interim. With 15% of India’s potato yield often wasted, this initiative supports...

Hyundai's ₹180 crore Hydrogen Innovation Centre at IIT Madras to advance hydrogen technology, operational by 2026. The facility will develop electrolyzers, fuel cells, and eco-friendly vehicle technologies. Hyundai aims to foster hydrogen mobility innovations. To know more Click

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 steadily increased,...

India bio-economy updates from BioBiz NLC India Ltd. is launching a green hydrogen pilot project in Neyveli, powered by 4 MW of solar energy. The company targets 20 GW power capacity and 100 MTPA mining capacity by 2030. NLCIL’s initiatives, including a JV with RVUNL for lignite and...