Government aims at 30% ethanol blending with petrol by 2030

The Indian Union government is reportedly targeting 30% ethanol blending with petrol by 2030 to reduce dependence on imported oil further while addressing environmental concerns. Ethanol, a byproduct of sugarcane processing, can be mixed with petrol, cutting down on fossil fuel consumption and reducing harmful carbon emissions. One of the primary biofuels, ethanol is naturally

India cut 557 lakh metric tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions through ethanol blending

Over the past 10 years, ethanol blending in petrol has led to a reduction of 557 lakh metric tonnes of CO₂ emissions. The “Pradhan Mantri G-One Yojana” has also been introduced to further support clean energy initiatives,” said Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Suresh Gopi, in response to MP Madan Rathore’s query

MoC inked for India’s first integrated API, green hydrogen, ethanol facility

A Memorandum of Commitment (MoC) was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu between state government and Spray Engineering Devices Limited, Chandigarh, to set up India’s first integrated Manufacturing Facility of API, green hydrogen and 2G ethanol BBN in Solan district, Shimla. A Memorandum of Commitment (MoC) was signed on Wednesday to

India eyes over 20% ethanol blending: Petroleum Minister

India is set to increase its ethanol blending target beyond 20% in a move that could significantly cut carbon emissions and reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, Petroleum Minister Hardeep S Puri has said. Puri highlighted that the country has already achieved 19.6% ethanol blending and is on track to surpass its initial goal ahead

US may ask India for substantial market access in ethanol: Report

The United States (US) is expected to request more market access from India in sectors such as agriculture and dairy products, ethanol, and medical devices as part of the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) that both countries aim to finalize within the next eight months. In 2024 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers, the US Trade

NCGA support legislation extending access to higher ethanol blends

The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) applauded members of the House and Senate for introducing legislation that would extend year-round consumer access to fuels with up to 15 percent blends of ethanol, often referred to as E15. The legislation, called the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, would remove an obsolete policy that prevents

Farmers in MP show interest in maize cultivation due to ethanol

Farmers in Jujharpur are increasingly turning to maize cultivation, driven by stable and higher prices, experts said at a farmer outreach event in the region. The growing demand for maize is largely attributed to its use in ethanol production, which has kept prices favorable. The importance of maize has increased in recent times, as it

Baidyanath Biofuels, ADVANTA Seeds work together to promote ethanol production

Advanta Seeds, a UPL group company, and Baidyanath Biofuels Private Ltd, both renowned for their expertise in their respective fields, are set to revolutionise India’s renewable energy sector with their strategic partnership. Advanta Seeds and Baidyanath Biofuels Private Ltd are fully committed to India’s National Biofuels Policy goal of achieving 20 per cent ethanol blending

Pakistan likely to approve ethanol blending programme

In an effort to reduce fossil fuel reliance, cut carbon emissions, and boost the use of renewable energy, Pakistan is following India’s footsteps and considering a plan to blend 5% ethanol with petrol. The government is expected to approve an Ethanol Blending Programme (EBP) to achieve these goals. The significant progress India has made in

No need to worry about methanol, biodiesel, or hydrogen: Gadkari

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari alleviated the concerns of ethanol producers in the country, stating that they should not worry about competition from alternative biofuels such as methanol, biodiesel, and hydrogen. “All these fuels have a place in the future energy landscape, and there is sufficient room for them to coexist and grow collectively,” Gadkari said. He