India bio-economy updates from BioBiz Swachh Bio will invest ₹1,000 crore in a 250 KLPD lignocellulosic biofuel plant in Telangana. Trigyn Technologies plans an AI innovation center in Hyderabad. HCA Healthcare is establishing a 400,000 sq ft Global Capability Center. To know more Click
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz IIT (BHU) researchers developed a patented wastewater treatment method using two novel microalgae strains to efficiently remove contaminants. The system removes ammonium and phosphate, producing microalgae biomass that can be converted into biofuel or used as protein supplements and animal feed. This cost-effective,...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz 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...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz 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...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz 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...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz The use of fermented organic manure could reduce India’s fertilizer import costs by $1.5 billion, addressing dependence on foreign fertilizers. India plans to increase manure production from 1 million to 7 million metric tonnes annually, benefiting states like Rajasthan. Compressed biogas (CBG) from...
India bio-economy updates from BioBiz NLC India Limited began biomass co-firing at Barsingsar Thermal Power Station in Rajasthan, blending agricultural waste pellets with lignite. This initiative reduces lignite use to manage agricultural waste. It supports sustainability by lowering fossil fuel consumption. To know more Click
The chemical industry is undergoing a sustainable transformation, driven by the need to reduce environmental impact and enhance the use of renewable resources. One remarkable innovation leading to this change is the use of thistle oil in the production of polyamides and fragrances. This sustainable...
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...
The glass industry is on the verge of a groundbreaking transformation, thanks to a recent Finnish discovery that unlocks the potential of lignin in glass window production. This innovation not only promises to enhance the sustainability of glass manufacturing but also opens new avenues for...
