GMR Airports, Safran, Airbus, and Groupe ADP have signed an MoU to develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India. The collaboration aims to make the Indian aviation sector future-ready, focusing on SAF production and use. The study will evaluate SAF demand, supply challenges, infrastructure needs,...
Praj Industries inaugurated India’s first Alcohol-to-Jet (AtJ) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) pilot plant. The plant will produce SAF from ethanol, utilizing advanced AtJ technology. This initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and enhance India's green fuel production capabilities. Impact: It represents a major step in...
Mercedes-Benz, a leader in the automotive industry, is pushing the boundaries of sustainable luxury by incorporating cactus and mushroom-based materials in its car interiors. This eco-friendly initiative is part of the brand's commitment to reducing its environmental footprint. Innovative Materials in Use Cactus Leather: Derived...
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IndianOil) and LanzaJet signed an MoU to develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production in India. The partnership will use LanzaJet’s Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) technology to utilize Indian waste and ethanol sources. The agreement was signed during India Energy Week, with significant support...
Airbus and CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (CSIR-IIP) signed an MoU to develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India. The collaboration aims to support India's aerospace industry's decarbonization through new technology pathways and the commercialization of SAF. Joint efforts include technical assessments, approvals, market access, and...
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd’s second Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant was inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Gorakhpur. The plant, manufactured by CEID Consultant and Engineering Pvt Ltd, processes agricultural waste to generate 20 tons of pure CBG per day. This initiative supports...
The Indian government has initiated a plan to use maize to bolster energy security by converting it into ethanol for fuel blending. This move aims to boost maize production by 10 million tonnes over the next five years, meeting the growing demand for ethanol. The...
Crop residues, often seen as agricultural waste, are gaining significant attention for their potential in sustainable energy production. The thermo-chemical upcycling of crop residues represents a groundbreaking approach to transforming agricultural by-products into valuable resources, promoting environmental sustainability, and reducing waste. Utilizing advanced thermo-chemical processes,...
Michelin, in collaboration with IFP Energies Nouvelles (IFPEN) and Axens, has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable materials innovation with the inauguration of an industrial-scale demonstrator for bio-synthetic rubber production. Located in Bassens near Bordeaux, France, this facility represents a pivotal advancement under the BioButterfly...
Clariant, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has achieved a significant milestone with the commencement of commercial production of Sunliquid® cellulosic ethanol at its new plant in Podari, Romania. This breakthrough marks a pivotal moment in sustainable biofuel production, setting a new standard for renewable...