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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, and Hero...
Thermax, in collaboration with Fortescue Future Industries (FFI), is exploring green hydrogen production for industrial customers in India using biomass and electrolyser routes. The partnership aims to develop green hydrogen plants for sectors like steel, refineries, and fertilizers. Thermax also invests in renewable energy, waste-to-energy...
Karnataka targets a $100 billion BioEconomy by 2030, focusing on BioPharma, BioAgri, and BioIndustrial sectors. The state contributed $31 billion in 2023, with 1,000+ biotech startups, including 202 launched in 2023. The new biotechnology policy emphasizes biomanufacturing, bioagriculture, and medical devices for sustainable growth. To...
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...
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 and hydrolyzing...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz CEID Consultants plans to increase biogas production from 100 to 350 tonnes daily by next year, partnering with IOCL, BPCL, HPCL, and private firms. Using diverse feedstock like crop straw and municipal waste for stubble burning. CEID is expanding globally with projects in...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Suzuki Motor Corporation and Banas Dairy will invest over ₹250 crore to establish four biogas plants in Gujarat by 2025. The plants will convert cow dung into automobile fuel and liquid fertilizer, with biogas-filling stations supporting CNG vehicles. The project is supported by...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Farmers in Mokokchung, Nagaland, produce compostable cassava-starch bioplastic bags with NECTAR’s support, led by Ecostarch MSME. The initiative promotes "cassava villages," with cassava grown locally within 30-40 km. With a 3-ton/month capacity, the project offers a green plastic alternative and enhances environmental sustainability....
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz IndianOil delivered a green hydrogen fuel cell bus to the Indian Navy under an MoU to explore eco-friendly transportation solutions. IndianOil’s fleet of 15 hydrogen fuel cell buses has logged 300,000 kilometers. The initiative highlights green hydrogen's role in reducing emissions and advancing...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz TCS expanded its partnership with Rolls-Royce to research hydrogen fuel systems for aviation, focusing on fuel combustion, delivery, and integration. TCS will provide engineering support, leveraging its aerospace expertise to assist Rolls-Royce in its energy transition. The collaboration strengthens the Tata Group-Rolls-Royce relationship,...
