(Manufacturing Today) GPS Renewables has begun construction of India’s first Ethanol-to-Jet Sustainable Aviation Fuel plant at NTPC’s Green Hydrogen Hub in Andhra Pradesh. The project aims to turn ethanol into clean jet fuel, marking a major step towards low-carbon aviation and
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Back TO HOMERoyal Enfield Classic 350 Flex Fuel E85 Ethanol Blend Spied Testing
by Sagar Patel (Rush Lane) Soon after the Government of India released draft rules to introduce higher ethanol blends like E85 and E100, a new development has emerged from Chennai. A test mule of Royal Enfield Classic 350 has been spotted on
April 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Govt Draft Rules Add E85, E100 Fuels – Higher Ethanol Blends Under Consideration Public Comment DEADLINE approx May 26, 2026
by Nabanita Singha Roy (Rush Lane) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has issued a draft notification proposing key amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989. The move aims to update fuel classifications and emission norms in line
April 29, 2026 Read Full Article
Conflicts Push India’s Biofuel, Low-Carbon Fertiliser Revolution
by Pallab Bhattacharyya/Aasha Khosa (AWAZ/The Voice) ... In this crucible, biofuels, renewable gases, green hydrogen, and low-carbon fertilisers have shifted from niche environmental tools to strategic imperatives for energy sovereignty and climate resilience. India, with its vast agricultural diversity, abundant solar and
April 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Global Biofuels Alliance Targets SAF Corridors, Advances Methanol for Marine Sector
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) GBA negotiates SAF corridors for standardization; Methanol emerges as near-term marine fuel solution; 2G ethanol shifts focus from road to SAF feedstock The Global Biofuels Alliance is in active negotiations with the governments across the world to establish a sustainable
April 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Crude Palm Oil Prices to Stay Elevated Amid Biodiesel Push, El Nino Risk
(Xinhua) Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to remain supported at 4,500 ringgit (1,133 U.S. dollars) per ton in the near term, driven by expanding biodiesel demand, potential El Nino conditions and ongoing geopolitical risks affecting global energy markets, the
April 27, 2026 Read Full Article
The Rise of the Urja-daatas: Transforming India’s Farmers into Biofuel Producers
by Vasudha Madhavan (Economic Times Government) India is pivoting from imported LPG to domestic biofuels like CBG to ensure energy sovereignty. This shift empowers farmers, cuts trade deficits, and leverages waste for a net-zero, circular economy. ... The rapid expansion of LPG coverage,
April 24, 2026 Read Full Article
The World Is Searching for Oil. This Summit Is Looking to Get Rid of It.
by Sara Schonhardt (Politico) The gathering in Colombia marks a breakaway effort to accelerate climate action after years of plodding progress under the United Nations. Colombia's environmental minister, Irene Vélez Torres, will help lead a climate conference that stems from frustration
April 24, 2026 Read Full Article
Essar Future Energy and LX International Sign MoU to Advance SAF Biorefinery in India
(Biofuels International) Essar Future Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with LX International to accelerate the development of a major sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) biorefinery in India. The agreement marks a significant step forward in the country’s efforts to decarbonise
April 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Govt Allows Ethanol Blending in Aviation Turbine Fuel
(India Today/MSN) In a fresh move towards cleaner energy, the government has now allowed ethanol blending in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). The step is aimed at promoting Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and reducing India's dependence on imported oil. This comes as
April 23, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi Slide Guide to Aemetis
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis provided an update on its rapidly expanding dairy Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) operations. The most newsworthy milestone is the completion of 12 digesters across 15 dairies, connected by 36 miles of pipeline, with a total
April 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Praj Industries Sets up AI Powered Precision Fermentation Lab to Accelerate Bioeconomy Push, Signs MoU with BRIC–NCCS
(Praj Industries/Financial Express) Praj Industries launches advanced precision fermentation lab in Pune to drive AI-led biomanufacturing, low-carbon solutions and biotech innovation in India. Praj Industries sets up AI-enabled fermentation lab in Pune to accelerate biomanufacturing, support biotech innovation and advance low-carbon industrial
April 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels and Oil Insecurity: What the Evidence Suggests about Agriculture Powering Mobility
by Mohammad Abul Azad (World Bank ... Blogs) Biofuels derived from agricultural crops can help reduce exposure to oil shocks, linking energy security with rural production and transport systems. -- Recent military conflict in the Middle East have once again reminded the
April 22, 2026 Read Full Article
India Should Move to 100% Ethanol Fuel: Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari Pushes for 0% Petrol
by Neeraj Padmakumar (Times of India/Cartoq) India could be heading towards 100 percent Ethanol-blended petrol (E100) sooner than expected. Speaking at the Indian Federation of Green Energy's Green Transport Conclave, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the country should aim for 100
April 22, 2026 Read Full Article
Two Large-Scale Infrastructure and Clean Technology Projects Featuring Haffner Energy’s Technologies Included in €15 Billion MoU Signed in India
(Haffner Energy) Haffner Energy welcomes the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 16 April 2026 between the Government of Maharashtra, India, JW Global Group, and The Seed Consortium Partners. This MoU represents approximately €15 billion (Rs 1,65,000 crore) in
April 21, 2026 Read Full Article
USGBC Seeks A-Team Applicants for 2026-2028 Term Application DEADLINE April 17, 2026
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The U.S. Grains & Bioproducts Council is inviting applications for its seven Advisory Tams (A-Teams) for the 2026-2028 term, including the Ethanol A-Team. Applications can be submitted through April 17. A-Team members serve two-year terms,
April 15, 2026 Read Full Article
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS BioResources & Circular Economy Summit & Expo BioLead Awards DEADLIINE
Recognising the individuals, organisations, and projects setting the benchmark for excellence across India's bioresources and circular economy sector. The BioLead Awards 2026 are judged by an independent panel drawn from industry, research, and government. These are not awards for aspiration —
April 15, 2026 Read Full Article
Engines at the Center of a Recalibrated Future for Cars and Trucks
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum/Motor) Engine technology is evolving to meet shifts in emissions, fuel economy, affordability, and consumer expectations in an automotive environment now more rooted in market realities than ideological policy. After four years of electrification-focused policy, engine technology
April 14, 2026 Read Full Article
AIDA Urges Centre to Roll out Ethanol-Based Cooking Nationwide to Cut Reliance on Imported LPG
(ANI/The Tribune) All India Distillers' Association (AIDA) has written to the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, urging it to enable the nationwide rollout of ethanol-based cooking as an alternative to LPG, citing rising surplus production and energy security concerns. In a
April 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Doru Avramescu, CEO of Roserv Green Energy: RAFO Onesti Reconversion into a Biofuels Producer and a Regional Energy Hub
by Daniel Lazar (Energy Industry Review) Doru Avramescu, CEO of Roserv Green Energy, talks about the Onesti Complex—how an industrial giant is being reborn and becoming an energy hub for Eastern Europe: from a strategic refinery to an integrated energy ecosystem. Doru
April 10, 2026 Read Full Article
SDHI Secures India’s First Ammonia Dual-Fuel Bulk Carrier Order
(Swan Defense and Heavy Industry) SDHI and Energy ONE Limited have signed a shipbuilding contract to build four (4) 92,500 DWT bulk carriers -- In a landmark development for India’s green shipbuilding ambitions, Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) has
April 09, 2026 Read Full Article
ECOIL Raises $2.5 Mn in Series A Led by Fundalogical Ventures
by Shashank Pathak (Entrackr) ECOIL, a platform focused on collection and disposal of used cooking oil, has raised around $2.5 million in a Series A funding round led by Fundalogical Ventures. The round also saw participation from Caspian Impact Investment, Momentum Capital, and
April 08, 2026 Read Full Article
Expanding Global Markets Key as Biofuel Policy Remains Uncertain
by Kellan Heavican (Brownfield Ag News) The CEO of Kansas Corn says uncertainty over domestic biofuels policy makes it even more important for the U.S. to diversify export markets. Josh Roe says ethanol exports could easily hit 2.4 billion gallons this marketing
April 07, 2026 Read Full Article
LPG Crisis Sparks Debate on Ethanol as Alternative Cooking Fuel in India
by Rajneesh Tyagi (The Pioneer) India's ongoing Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) crisis has exposed the vulnerability of the country's cooking fuel supply chain, prompting renewed calls for diversification and a stronger push toward domestic alternatives such as ethanol. The disruption stems
April 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Varhad Capital Signs MoU with Velocys to Develop Make-In-India, Cost‑Competitive Biomass-to-SAF Projects
(Velocys/PR Newswire) Sustainable fuel technology provider Velocys and Varhad Capital Pvt Ltd (Varhad), an India-based Biofuel and Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) project development company, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance a new generation of biomass-to-Sustainable
April 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Sugar Lobby Pushes for E22 Transition, Flex-fuel Policy as Ethanol Overcapacity Bites
by Hormazd Sorabjee and Mugdha Mishra (AutoCar Professional) Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) says a calibrated move to E22 is immediately viable, and wants lower GST on E100 to make flex-fuel vehicles commercially attractive. India's ethanol blending programme is at a
April 06, 2026 Read Full Article
BiofuelCircle Sets up Over 70 Biomass Banks
by Subramani Ra Mancombu (The Hindu Business Line) BiofuelCircle has created a growing network of rural enterprises linked to the biomass supply chain, says Suhas Baxi, company’s co-founder and CEO -- Pune-based BiofuelCircle, a five-year-old start-up that has launched a unique farm-to-fuel
April 06, 2026 Read Full Article
India’s Harit Sagar Plan Orders Electric Tugs and Backs Green Hydrogen Hubs
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In India, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said four major ports have placed work orders for electric tugs under its Green Tug Transition Program, part of a wider push under the Harit Sagar Green
April 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Development of Green Ports and Maritime Infrastructure
(Government of India) Major Ports have undertaken several initiatives such as implementation of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP) for transition from conventional diesel-powered tugs to electric/hybrid tugs, adoption of renewable energy at ports, electrification of port equipment, vehicles and railway
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Brazil’s Dual-Fuel Ethanol Fleet Stabilizes Gasoline Prices Despite Iran War Oil Shock
by Maurico Savarese (Associated Press) As the war in Iran rattles global oil markets, Brazil is partially shielded by a decades-old buffer against shocks that is both cheap and environmentally friendly: Tens of millions of drivers here can choose between filling their tank with
March 31, 2026 Read Full Article
Modi Wants ‘Team India’ to Be Energy Independent, but How Are the States Placed?
(The Federal) PM urges states to encourage alternative sources and schemes such as GOBARdhan but not all of them are making similar progress in Green Energy -- On Friday (March 27), Prime Minister Narendra Modi called a meeting with chief ministers of
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia to Go Ahead with B50 Biodiesel Mix in 2026, Says Prabowo
by Stanley Widianto and Stefanno Sulaiman (Reuters) Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto said on Monday during an official visit to Japan that the Southeast Asian country will go ahead this year with its B50 palm oil-based biodiesel programme. "We are going in a big
March 30, 2026 Read Full Article
One-Pot Process to Convert Sugarcane Waste to Jet Fuel
(University of Queensland) Converting sugarcane waste to biofuel could become more environmentally friendly and cost effective, thanks to a joint project at The University of Queensland and the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. PhD candidate Ms Neethu Joshikumar has successfully tested a process to
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
Big Shift Ahead? Ethanol & Flex Vehicles Could Transform India’s Auto Sector
(Business Today) Vijendra Singh, President of the All India Distillers' Association (AIDA), has called for the commercialisation of flex-fuel vehicles to address India's energy crisis. Speaking at the AIDA Annual Distillers' Conclave 2026, Singh stated, "Imagine that many vehicles will run
March 27, 2026 Read Full Article
GST Rationalisation to Accelerate India’s Green Transition
(India Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change) To make Waste Management, Biodegradable Products and Green Mobility more Affordable and Within Reach -- India's commitment to sustainability and climate action has been reinforced through recent GST rationalization, strategically reducing tax rates on waste
March 23, 2026 Read Full Article
India to Launch Carbon Market Trading within Four Months
by Vivek Waghmode (BioEnergy Times) India is set to launch formal trading in its domestic carbon market within the next four months, marking a major step in its efforts to reduce emissions and strengthen climate action. Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced
March 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Biogas Plants in Urban Areas: Andhra Pradesh Government Sanctions ₹60 Crore
by Panthagani Anusha (Morning Voice) In a major step towards addressing the growing urban waste crisis , the Andhra Pradesh government has decided to establish Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants to convert municipal waste into valuable fuel. The government has issued orders sanctioning ₹59.85 crore for this project. Under the initiative, four
March 23, 2026 Read Full Article
GAIL Invests Rs 13 Crore in TruAlt’s CBG Arm to Expand Biomass Projects
(BioEnergy Times) GAIL (India) Limited has invested Rs 13 crore in Leafiniti Bioenergy, a subsidiary of TruAlt Bioenergy, to support the development of compressed biogas (CBG) projects across multiple states. The investment has been made through an equity share subscription, under an
March 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Edible Oils Caught between Weak Demand and Biodiesel Bets, Says Analyst Mistry
(Reuters/Channel News Asia) Global edible oil markets are behaving unpredictably as energy supply disruptions from the Middle East war lift hopes for biodiesel demand, though subdued buying from major importers has clouded the price outlook, industry veteran Dorab Mistry said. "Wartime market
March 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Aemetis Reports Increased RNG Production, Progress with MVR System at Keyes Ethanol Plant
by Erin Krueger (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Aemetis Inc. released fourth quarter financial results on March 12, reporting a 61% increase in renewable natural gas (RNG) production. The company also highlighted operations at its California ethanol plant and biodiesel facility in India. During
March 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Reduced Air Pollution from Climate Mitigation Could Boost Crop Yields and Lower Hunger Risk
(National Institute for Environmental Studies/EurekAlert!) Climate change threatens global food security; however, climate mitigation policies may increase hunger risk by driving competition for land through bioenergy production and afforestation. Based on simulations from six global agroeconomic models, researchers from The University
March 17, 2026 Read Full Article
Advait Greenergy Inaugurates 30 MW Alkaline Electrolyser Assembly Facilities
(Global e-Fuels) Advait Greenergy, has inaugurated one of India's first 30 MW Alkaline Electrolyser Assembly Facilities in Gujarat, marking a major step in strengthening the country's domestic green hydrogen manufacturing ecosystem. The facility establishes indigenous electrolyser assembly capability designed to support
March 17, 2026 Read Full Article
As Global Oil Prices Surge, Ethanol Blending Is the New Lifeline for India’s Auto Sector
by Shweta Bhanot Mehrotra (Economic Times Auto) With global energy markets expected to remain volatile, India’s programme will be a core pillar of national energy security for the automotive sector -- ... Today, it is increasingly being viewed as a key lever in insulating
March 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Scientists Develop Quasi-2D Tellurium Nanosheets to Enhance Green Hydrogen Production
(Solar Quarter) Scientists from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology have developed a novel quasi-2D tellurium (Te) nanosheet material that could significantly improve the efficiency of hydrogen-producing electrolysers, offering a promising pathway for sustainable clean-energy technologies. The research team, led by
March 16, 2026 Read Full Article
The Era of Expansions
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Amyris: Precision, Agility, and Global Scale in Brazil The lead man swings the line: “Mark three!” Down in Barra Bonita, Brazil, Amyris has completed a new production line at its flagship precision fermentation facility, adding a 2×80-m³ configuration alongside
March 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Subject: Green Ammonia Standard for India- Reg
(Government of India Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (Hydrogen Division) ) Subject: Green Ammonia Standard for India- Reg, The Government of India has approved the National Green Hydrogen Mission. For the purpose of the mission and its ensuing policies and programmes,
March 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Automakers Split over Zero Emission Vehicles Classification
by Sharmistha Mukherjee (Economic Times Auto) A report by NITI Aayog proposing that flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs) and compressed biogas (CBG) vehicles be classified as zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) has divided India’s automobile industry. READ MORE Related articles India Auto Firms Clash Over ZEV Definition, Fueling Tech War
March 06, 2026 Read Full Article
Varaha Launches Varaha Industrial Partners Program (VIPP) to Scale Industrial Biochar Carbon Removal in Côte d'Ivoire
(Varaha/PR Newswire) Varaha is launching the Varaha Industrial Partners Program (VIPP), a global initiative that enables biomass processing facilities with access to sustainable biomass feedstocks to generate high-integrity carbon removal credits using Varaha's digital MRV and commercialization platforms. As the first
March 04, 2026 Read Full Article
India’s First Integrated Rice and Biomass Based Bioethanol Refinery
(Tata Consulting Engineers) This project marked the commissioning of India’s first integrated bioethanol refinery in Odisha. The facility combines first-generation and second-generation technologies to produce ethanol from broken rice grains and agricultural residues such as paddy and wheat straw. With a
March 04, 2026 Read Full Article
Farm to Fuel: ICAR–IIMR’s Sugarcane + Maize Intercropping Model for Sustainable Ethanol Supply
(Indian Council of Agricultural Research) Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum L.) is one of India’s most important commercial crops, grown across 5.4 million hectares, with Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu leading in production. Traditionally cultivated as a monocrop, sugarcane provides income to farmers
March 03, 2026 Read Full Article
Grasslands and Wetlands Are Being Gobbled Up by Agriculture, Mostly Livestock
by Georgina Gustin (Inside Climate News) A new study takes a first-of-its kind look at how farming converts non-forested areas and major carbon sinks into cropland and pasture. ... But new research published this week finds that non-forest ecosystems—the world’s grasslands, savannas and
March 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Asia's Ethanol Targets and Recent Developments
(Reuters/Hydrocarbon Processing) More countries in the Asia-Pacific region are adopting ethanol blending with gasoline as they try to cut reliance on imported fuel and achieve carbon emission targets. Indonesia, Asia's largest gasoline importer, plans to impose a mandatory bioethanol content level of
February 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels, Circular Economy and Conscious Capitalism: Scaling Pathways for Viksit Bharat and Net Zero
by Anandajit Goswami and Pragati Chauhan (The Pioneer) India’s sustainability journey hinges on transforming waste into wealth, and biofuels are emerging as the linchpin of this transition. With millions of tonnes of food waste and agricultural residues generated annually, the opportunity
February 25, 2026 Read Full Article
Sugar Industry Seeks to Raise Ethanol Blending to 27%
by Sandip Das (Financial Express) Currently out of the total 400 ethanol manufacturers, around 250 units are grain based (rice and maize). Rest of the units manufacture ethanol from sugarcane. -- Out of total offers, over 4710 million litres is offered from
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
U.S. Ethanol Industry Sets Its Sights on the World
by Sean Pratt (Western Producer) Canada remains top buyer of American ethanol, but other potential markets include Mexico, the EU, Nigeria and India Canada remains the top export market for U.S. ethanol, purchasing 757 million gallons of the fuel in 2024-25. The country blended the
February 24, 2026 Read Full Article
HPCL to Complete Paddy Straw-Based 2G Ethanol Plant by March 2026
(Chemical Industry Digest) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is fast-tracking its second-generation (2G) bio-ethanol project in Punjab, with the plant expected to be completed by March 2026. Located at Nasibpur village in Bathinda district, the facility will convert paddy straw into
February 23, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol Capacity Surges but 20% Blending Cap Limits Demand
by y Sanjeev Choudhary (Economic Times) Distillery capacity is growing faster than ethanol demand. Oil companies expect only a small rise in procurement for petrol blending. New plants will add to existing supply. This situation presents challenges for the ethanol sector. The
February 20, 2026 Read Full Article
New RFA Report: Ethanol Exports Shattered Record in 2025
(Renewable Fuels Association) Distillers Grains Exports Also Had a Strong Year -- According to new statistical reports released today by the Renewable Fuels Association, the value of the U.S. ethanol industry’s exports rose to a record $7.6 billion in 2025, fueled by
February 20, 2026 Read Full Article
World's First Bamboo Based Bio-ethanol Plant in Assam to Become Fully Operational in March
by Sumir Karmakar (Deccan Herald) ... In the next couple of weeks, world's first 2G bamboo-based bio-ethanol plant, set up here at Numaligarh in eastern Assam's Golaghat district, will start full commercial production of 2G ethanol, which is derived from non-food farm waste or residue. "In
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Metal Oxide Photocatalysts Advance Solar-Powered CO2 Conversion to Fuels
(Shanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center/EurekAlertt!) Engineers have developed sophisticated metal oxide semiconductor photocatalysts that achieve remarkable efficiency in converting carbon dioxide (CO₂) into renewable fuels using solar energy, according to a new mini-review that maps recent advances in this critical
February 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Pipraich Sugar Mill to Commission Ethanol Facility
(Chemical Industry Digest) The Pipraich Sugar Mill is preparing to diversify beyond sugar by launching ethanol production. The Uttar Pradesh government has earmarked ₹25 crore in the 2026–27 state budget to establish a new distillery at the facility. Once operational, the
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Unlocking Biofuels
(American Energy Society/Energy Today) Excerpted and adapted from Biofuel Basics: What You Need To Know, Thrive -- The problem with biofuels is in the processing of the raw materials to make fuel. At present, it is still relatively expensive to produce. However, there are a
February 16, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Marine Biofuels Horizons
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) India is emerging as a leader in maritime decarbonization, targeting net-zero emissions for major ports by 2047 and the broader shipping sector by 2070. Most newsworthy is the successful completion of B20 to B50 biodiesel trials
February 11, 2026 Read Full Article
Indian Distillery Industry Pushes for Tax Cuts on Flex-Fuel Vehicles Amid Ethanol Surplus
(Devdiscourse News Desk | India) India's distillery industry calls for a reduction in GST on flex-fuel vehicles as the country grapples with a surplus of ethanol, having achieved its 20% blending target ahead of schedule. The All India Distillers' Association seeks
February 10, 2026 Read Full Article
The World Is Awash in Sugar, and the Surplus Is Set to Stay
(Business Mirror) The sugar market is weighed down by a global glut, and a big crop coming from top grower Brazil means the problem is likely to persist. New York sugar futures are already trading at about half of a 2023 peak,
February 09, 2026 Read Full Article
India’s Bioenergy Sector Set for Strong Growth, Driven by Effective Policy Support
(International Energy Agency) New IEA report shows production of liquid and gaseous biofuels in India could double by 2030 through enhanced policy actions India’s bioenergy sector is set to play an important role underpinning the country’s rapidly growing energy markets as robust
February 03, 2026 Read Full Article
altM, NRL Sign MoU to Explore Lignin Use from Bio-Ethanol Production
by Prakash Jha (BioEnergy Times) altM has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) to explore opportunities for value addition and downstream utilisation of lignin generated from advanced bio-ethanol production. This collaboration reflects a shared intent to unlock greater
February 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol Policy: Economic Survey Flags Food-vs-Fuel Tension
by Shristi Ohri (Autocar Professional) Government's economic assessment warns of "emerging tension" between energy self-reliance and food security; cites international evidence that biofuel mandates need "periodic recalibration" In what could signal an impending policy review, the Economic Survey 2025-26 has explicitly warned of
February 02, 2026 Read Full Article
Ethanol, Biogas Can Accelerate India’s Clean Mobility Transition, Says Maruti Suzuki’s Tarun Aggarwal
by Anurag Chaturvedi, Darshan Nakhwa, & Ketan Thakkar (Autocar Professional) India needs clean mobility that works at scale today, not just EVs, Maruti Suzuki executive says. -- Amid a strong push for electric vehicles, ethanol blending and biogas offer India the fastest and
January 31, 2026 Read Full Article
HPCL and Thermax Collaborate on Clean and New Energy Technologies
(BioEnergy Times) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Thermax Limited (Thermax) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 in Goa, marking a strategic step towards advancing clean and new energy solutions, the company said in
January 30, 2026 Read Full Article
India Energy Week 2026: India, Japan Push Deeper Energy Collaboration Spanning Hydrocarbons to Biofuels
by Mittravinda Ranjan (ETEnergyWorld) High-level roundtable spotlights hydrocarbons, ethanol, LNG and AI-led digitalisation as pillars of an expanding India–Japan energy partnership. READ MORE Related articles Indian Energy PSUs seal landmark LNG, hydrogen and biofuel pacts to accelerate transition (ETEnergyWorld)
January 30, 2026 Read Full Article
IEW 2026: Honeywell Bets on Biofuels, AI to Boost India’s Energy Independence
by Mittravinda Ranjan (ETEnergyWorld) The company is focusing on maximising refinery efficiency, scaling biofuels including SAF and deploying digital tools, as it deepens local partnerships and takes Indian technologies global, says Ranjit Kulkarni. READ MORE Related articles Honeywell and TruAlt Bioenergy Sign Agreement to Drive
January 30, 2026 Read Full Article
LanzaTech Awarded Contract by Spray Engineering Devices Ltd. (SED) to Build Second Generation Ethanol Facility in India as Part of “SED Smart Village” Initiative
(LanzaTech) • 24K MTA Ethanol Plant would be the first facility in India using LanzaTech’s technology for converting sugarcane bagasse to produce essential fuels and/ or chemicals. Facility will use syngas produced by oxygen-enriched air gasification of bagasse, indigenously developed by Ankur
January 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Praj Industries Demonstrates Ethanol-to-Jet Technology for SAF with Axens JetanolTM Technology
by Prakash Jha (BioEnergy Times) Praj Industries said it has successfully demonstrated its Ethanol-to-Jet (EtJ) process utilizing Axens JetanolTM technology at its Integrated Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) demonstration plant at Praj Matrix, its research and development centre. The achievement marks a
January 30, 2026 Read Full Article
Honeywell Collaborates with SAF One and Tata Projects to Enable Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
(Honeywell) Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) today announced that SAF One Energy Management Limited (SAF One) will use Honeywell UOP Ecofining™ process technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Tata Projects Limited (TPL), the Tata Group’s engineering and construction arm, has been appointed as
January 28, 2026 Read Full Article
Biofuels in 2026 and Beyond: 7 Key Questions to Grapple With
(S&P Global) The biofuels sector is at a pivotal moment, facing shifting policies and a heightened focus on sustainability. Balancing multiple, sometimes competing, sometimes complementary priorities - from reducing carbon intensity and managing climate risks; to operating in a tough cost
January 26, 2026 Read Full Article
Organic Recycling Systems Bags EPC Order for Rajasthan CBG Venture.
(News on Projects) Organic Recycling Systems Ltd. (ORSL) has secured a large-scale engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) order from BNG Power and Energy LLP for setting up a Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) project in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The project, to be executed by ORSL’s
January 23, 2026 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2026 Multi-Slide Guide to Aemetis
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis outlines a five-year plan projecting Adjusted EBITDA growth from $31.2 million in 2024 to $644.6 million in 2028. The strategy hinges on expanding dairy RNG digesters from 8 in 2023 to 75 by 2028 and
January 22, 2026 Read Full Article
WBA Connect + Webinar India's Biogas with Refex --- January 21, 2026 --- ONLINE
India’s Biogas Breakthrough: Inside Refex’s Expansion from Renewables to Waste-to-Energy India is emerging as one of the world’s most dynamic biogas markets — but success requires navigating a landscape very different from Europe or North America. In this exclusive World Biogas
January 20, 2026 Read Full Article
Indian Law Enforcement Targets Climate Activists Accused of Opposing Fossil Fuels
by Joe Lo (Climate Home News) Indian police have raided the homes and offices of high-profile Indian climate activists, on the orders of the government’s Enforcement Directorate, accusing them of jeopardising India’s energy security by campaigning against fossil fuels. The Delhi home and
January 18, 2026 Read Full Article
Motipur Strengthens Bihar’s Ethanol Production Base
(Chemical Industry Digest) The Motipur industrial area is moving closer to another major milestone in Bihar’s industrial development, with a significant expansion in ethanol production now underway. Construction of two new ethanol units is progressing at a rapid pace, reinforcing Motipur’s
January 16, 2026 Read Full Article
Singapore Posts Record Port Performance in 2025 and Develops Future Readiness through Industry Collaborations for 2026
(Singapore Marine and Port Authority) Singapore posted record port performance in 2025, supported by resilient global trade and fuel offtake. This was announced by Senior Minister of State for Law and Transport Mr Murali Pillai, who was the Guest-of-Honour at the
January 15, 2026 Read Full Article
Indonesia Scraps Plan to Introduce B50 Biodiesel This Year, Will Raise Palm Oil Export Levy
by Bernadette Christina and Fransiska Nangoy (Reuters) B50 biodiesel plan scrapped due to technical and funding concerns, officials say; Indonesia to raise crude palm oil export levies to 12.5% from March 1; Scrapping B50 plan bearish for palm oil futures, analyst says Indonesia has
January 14, 2026 Read Full Article
Webinar: Efficient Biogas & CBG: Biomass Pretreatment and Pre-Storage --- January 20, 2026 --- ONLINE
Free webinar on pretreatment and pre-storage of substrates for efficient biogas and CBG production. Agenda: Overview of Pretreatment and Pre-Storage of Biogas Substrates (IBBK, M.Köttner) – 10 min Comparsion of Pretreatment and Pre-Storage in India and Europe (BASANT, V. Garg) – 15
January 14, 2026 Read Full Article
India Launches Major Biomass-to-Hydrogen Funding Programme Application DEADLINE January 27, 2026
(Bioenergy Insight) India's Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council has announced a significant funding opportunity for organisations developing green hydrogen from biomass and other alternative feedstocks. The programme, operating under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, makes available INR 100 crore (approximately £10 million)
January 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Uniper and AM Green Sign Long-Term Offtake Agreement for up to 500,000 Tons per Year of Renewable Ammonia from India
(Uniper) ... Uniper Global Commodities SE (“Uniper”) and AM Green Ammonia India Private Limited (“AM Green Ammonia”) today (January 12, 2026) announced the signing of a long-term binding offtake agreement for renewable ammonia certified as a Renewable Fuel of Non-Biological
January 13, 2026 Read Full Article
Essar Future Energy Signs MoU with Government of Gujarat for ₹5,100 Crore Bio-Fuel Project at Vibrant Gujarat
(Essar) Essar Future Energy Limited today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Gujarat at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot. Under the MoU, Essar Future Energy will establish a large-scale bio-fuel complex in Devbhumi Dwarka district, with
January 13, 2026 Read Full Article
BPCL Dispatches First Consignment of 1G Bio-Ethanol from Bargarh Refinery
(Chemical Industry Digest) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) successfully flagged off its first-ever tanker lorry carrying domestically produced first-generation (1G) bio-ethanol from the Bargarh Bio-Refinery to the IOTL Raipur Depot. The milestone marks a significant step in BPCL’s biofuel journey and
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
IFGE and GEA MoU Strengthens Global Push for Ethanol as Green Marine Fuel
(Chemical Industry Digest) The Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Ethanol Association (GEA) to promote ethanol as a sustainable green fuel, with a primary focus on the marine sector. In addition, the
January 12, 2026 Read Full Article
MASH Makes’ CNSL-Based Biofuel Clears Final Lab Test
(MASH Makers) MASH Makes’ Upgraded CNSL fuel has passed acritical lab engine test that confirms its readiness for marine use without the reliability issues traditionally associated with CNSL-based fuels. In recent years, CNSL, a fuel made from cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL),
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Visakh Refinery Of HPCL Inaugurates Sustainable Aviation Fuel Demonstration Plant
(Tank Terminals) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has commissioned a demonstration plant for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at its Visakh Refinery, marking a significant milestone in India’s clean aviation journey. The facility will manufacture SAF by co-processing used cooking oil (UCO)
January 07, 2026 Read Full Article
Tibbi’s Bitter Harvest -- Farmers in Hanumangarh Fight Asia’s Largest Ethanol Plant, Fearing It Will Drain Their Groundwater and Poison Their Fields
by Vedaant Lakhera (The Hindu) ... For the past 15 months, residents have steadily mobilised against a proposed ethanol plant. Spanning nearly 40 acres, this facility—owned by Chandigarh-based Dune Ethanol Pvt. Ltd.—is billed as Asia’s largest ethanol plant. The residents have been protesting
January 01, 2026 Read Full Article
Indian Federation of Green Energy Signs MoU with Global Ethanol Association to Advance Ethanol as Sustainable Marine Fuel
by Prakash Jha (ChiniMandi) The Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Ethanol Association (GEA) to promote the adoption of ethanol as a sustainable green fuel, with a primary focus on the
December 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Biofuels Mandates Around the World 2026
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Daily Digest today released its annual review of biofuels mandates and targets around the world, looking at the state of biofuels mandates in 65 countries. Get the latest up to the minute new information on the
December 30, 2025 Read Full Article
Business News | Ethanol Industry Faces Surplus as Demand Stalls, Exports Uncompetitive: GEMA President
(LatestLy) Exports are unlikely to provide a viable outlet for surplus ethanol, says CK Jain, President Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association (GEMA). -- New Delhi [India], December 26 (ANI): Exports are unlikely to provide a solution for surplus ethanol in India, according to
December 29, 2025 Read Full Article
Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025 Unveiled
(DeshGujarat) Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has rolled out its Green Hydrogen Policy, aiming to position the State as a leading hub for green hydrogen production and accelerate the transition toward clean energy-driven industrial growth. Under the policy, the State government targets investments
December 29, 2025 Read Full Article
UNEP Global Methane Status Report 2025: Methane Cuts Achievable with Rapid Investment
(World Biogas Association) The United Nations Environment Programme’s Global Methane Status Report 2025 provides insights into the potential to meet the Global Methane Pledge (GMP) target of a 30% reduction below 2020 levels by 2030. The World Biogas Association (WBA) was honoured to
December 24, 2025 Read Full Article
India Moves to Tackle Sugar Surplus with Price Hike and Ethanol Push
(Zoombangla) The Indian government is planning new steps to manage a looming sugar surplus. A formal policy announcement is expected in January 2025. The measures aim to prevent a domestic sugar glut. They also seek to ensure timely payments to sugarcane
December 24, 2025 Read Full Article
From Powerhouse to Global Leadership: Why India Needs a National Biogas Mission
(World Biogas Association) India stands at a pivotal moment in its clean energy transition. As the country races to secure energy independence, decarbonise hard-to-abate industrial sectors, and manage mounting organic waste, the biogas sector offers a rare convergence of solutions. This
December 23, 2025 Read Full Article
The Digest’s 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to Aemetis, Inc.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Aemetis is scaling its low-carbon fuels platform, anchored by dairy Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) targeting negative carbon intensity. The RNG project currently links 12 operating digesters via a 36-mile pipeline, aiming to expand to 75 dairies by 2029
December 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Indian Researchers Develop Stable Liquid Hydrogen Transport System
by Uma Gupta (PV Magazine) Researchers at MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) in India have developed a liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) system that enables hydrogen to be transported in a stable liquid form. The system is non-flammable, non-explosive, and can be
December 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Asia-Pacific Study Reveals Pessimistic Outlook for SAF Uptake by 2030 as Singapore Details Levy
by Tony Harrington (Green Air) A new assessment of sustainable aviation fuel across the Asia-Pacific region highlights low expectations of usage by 2030 without urgent policy support, saying multiple countries have proposed and discussed SAF targets but few have firm targets
December 19, 2025 Read Full Article
India Can Emerge as Global SAF Export Hub with Low-Carbon Ethanol Advantage: Triveni Engineering CEO
(PTI/Mint) India is positioning itself as a potential export hub for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), leveraging surplus ethanol capacity and lower carbon intensity compared to rivals like Brazil, according to Sameer Sinha, CEO (Sugar Business) of Triveni Engineering and Industries Ltd. In
December 17, 2025 Read Full Article
India at the Threshold of a Transformative Maritime Era, Green Hydrogen, Biofuels, & LNG to Cement Legacy
(IANS/Free Press Journal) India stands at the threshold of a transformative maritime era - one that harnesses its vast coastline, growing industrial capacity, and strategic position to cement a legacy of sustainability and resilience. The mission focuses on production, pilot projects,
December 17, 2025 Read Full Article
Asia’s Largest Grain-Based Ethanol Plant to Create New Vistas for Youth in Bihar
by Aditya Nath Jha (Hindustan Times) Bihar's Jamui is set to host Asia's largest grain-based ethanol plant, boosting jobs, farmers' incomes, and supporting green energy initiatives. -- The region once attached with ‘migration stigma’ is heading towards acquiring a status of an
December 17, 2025 Read Full Article
RFA Strongly Supports Investigation into China’s Unfair Trade Practices
(Renewable Fuels Association) A thorough investigation into China’s prejudicial trade actions with American agriculture is “justified and necessary,” the Renewable Fuels Association said today at a hearing of the U.S. Trade Representative in Washington. “China’s failure to fully implement the Phase One
December 17, 2025 Read Full Article
India to Become Hydrogen Energy Exporter within a Decade, Says Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
(News on Air) Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari today said that the nation is poised to become a hydrogen energy exporter within the next decade. He highlighted that hydrogen can play a major role in shipping, aviation, industry,
December 16, 2025 Read Full Article
India Likely to Shift to Ethanol-Blended Aviation Fuel by Mid-2027: Report
(ChiniMandi) India is likely to shift to ethanol-blended aviation fuel by mid-2027, gradually ramping it up in phases, with the addition of more than two dozen distilleries supported by federal biofuel incentives, an official familiar with the details said on Sunday,
December 16, 2025 Read Full Article
Indian Army Formally Introduces Biodiesel into Its Fuel Supply Chain
by Vivek Waghmode (BioEnegy Times) In a major move to advance clean energy adoption and bolster the Centre’s green agenda, the Indian Army has officially incorporated biodiesel into its fuel network. The initiative was inaugurated at a ceremony in New Delhi, where
December 15, 2025 Read Full Article
Global Decarbonization Efforts Are about to Be Reshaped by the EU
by Jim Giles (Trellis) The impact of the bloc’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism extends well beyond the hard-to-abate sectors covered by the legislation. -- Key Takeaways: Imports into the European Union from six hard-to-abate sectors will be subject to a carbon fee from
December 11, 2025 Read Full Article
Farmers and Innovators Say There Is Potential in Australia's Untapped Biofuel Sector
by Danielle Pope (ABC) Innovators and farmers are calling for greater backing to help establish a domestic biofuel industry. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation estimates an Australian low-carbon fuel industry could be worth $36 billion by 2050. What's next? The federal government has established
December 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Optimus Technologies and Mitsui & Co. Execute Strategic MOU for Glogal Distribution of Biodiesel Solutions
(Optimus Technologies/PR Newswire) Optimus Technologies, a leader in advanced biodiesel engine technology, today (December 9, 2025) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui"), one of the world's most diversified and respected trading and
December 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Airlines Warn Green Fuel Goals at Risk as Supply Falls Short
by Joanna Plucinska and Olivia Le Poidevin (Reuters) SAF production not meeting expected volumes, says IATA's Willie Walsh; SAF currently 0.3% of global jet fuel usage, projected 0.7% by 2025; Airlines blame producers for high SAF prices, insufficient production The global airline industry is
December 09, 2025 Read Full Article
Indore News: Crackdown On Substandard Biodiesel Sale At Pump
(The Free Press Journal) Officials reported that the action followed complaints regarding the sale of spurious biodiesel. It was discovered that the pump was sourcing fuel from unauthorised suppliers instead of the six government-authorised licensed companies. As per government guidelines, the
December 08, 2025 Read Full Article
Ethanol Blending Yields ₹1.55 Lakh Crore Forex Savings for India over 11 Years: Hardeep Singh Puri
(Economic Times Auto) Petroleum Minister credited ethanol blending, which increased from 1.5 per cent to nearly 19.97 per cent in the last 11 years, for substituting about 260 lakh metric tonnes of crude oil. READ MORE
December 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Government Boosts Advanced Biofuel Production through Expanded JI-VAN Yojana
by Shri Suresh Gopi (Minister of State in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas/Lok Sabha/The Impressive Times) The Government had notified the “Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN (Jaiv Indhan- Vatavaran Anukool fasal awashesh Nivaran) Yojana” 2019, amended in 2024, with the objectives to
December 04, 2025 Read Full Article
India Targets 5% Biofuel Blend by 2030 on International Flights to Cut Emissions
by Shubhayan Bhattacharya (NDTV Profit/MSN) India will use at least 5% blended biofuel in foreign flights by 2030 to meet international carbon emissions standards, the government said on Monday (December 1, 2025). Sustainable aviation fuel or SAF has been slowly gaining prominence
December 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Auto Industry, Ethanol Makers Agree on Continuation of 20% Blending for Now
by Prabhudatta Mishra (The Hindu Business Line) Auto industry, the government, and other stakeholders believe that flex fuel vehicles are the way forward: Vikram Gulati, country head and Executive Vice President (corporate affairs), Toyota Kirloskar Motor -- The automobile industry and ethanol
December 04, 2025 Read Full Article
The Fight for FFVs
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Since 2016, momentum for flex-fuel vehicle (FFV) expansion across the U.S. has been slow, if not non-existent. Only in the last two years have new FFV models been offered in the U.S., and there haven’t
December 03, 2025 Read Full Article
Odisha Govt, Oil India Ink Deal for Converting Urban Waste to Green Energy
(Statesman News Service) The agreement intended to fast-track coordination between Oil India and urban local bodies for the commissioning of Compressed Biogas plants in a time-bound manner. -- The Odisha government on Tuesday (November 25, 2025) signed an agreement with the
December 01, 2025 Read Full Article
The Coming Slow Fade of America’s Corn Ethanol Industry
by Michael Barnard (Clean Technica) The story of the United States corn ethanol industry is a story about a sector that grew rapidly under a very specific set of policy, technology and market conditions. It filled a gap when gasoline demand
December 01, 2025 Read Full Article
China, India, and Brazil Move on Green Shipping Corridors as Industry Awaits Climate Regulations
(Global Maritime Forum) • Annual progress report on green shipping corridors finds 25 new zero-emission trade routes launched in 2025, bringing total to 84 worldwide. China, India, and Brazil look to capture major opportunities in zero-emission shipping amidst regulatory uncertainty. Report warns against
November 28, 2025 Read Full Article
IGL Signs JV with CEID for Compressed Bio Gas & Biofuel Projects
(PSU Connect) Indraprastha Gas Limited enters a 50:50 Joint Venture with CEID Consultants & Engineering Pvt. Ltd. to set up CBG and biofuel plants. Agreement filed under SEBI Regulation 30 on November 25, 2025. Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL), a joint venture of
November 25, 2025 Read Full Article
Allied Biofuels and Praj Industries Signs MoU to Establish Central Asia’s Largest Ethanol Refinery in Uzbekistan, Fueling Allied Biofuels SAF and e-SAF plans
(Allied Biofuels/Globe Newswire/Yahoo!) Allied Biofuels FE LLC and Praj Industries Ltd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop Central Asia’s largest ethanol production facility in the Khorezm region of Uzbekistan. Praj’s Technology for Ethanol Refinery will generate 890 tonnes per
November 23, 2025 Read Full Article
Rolling out Biofuel Mandates
(Biofuels International) Over the past five years, several Asian countries have introduced or strengthened biofuel mandates as part of their strategies to enhance energy security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support agricultural economies. These policies have varied in scope and ambition,
November 22, 2025 Read Full Article
New Mahindra CNG, Ethanol Flex-Fuel, Electric Tractors Showcased – Agrovision 2025
by Pearl Daniels (Rush Lane) Mahindra is the world’s largest tractor manufacturer by volume. Today (November 21, 2025), they have presented a full lineup of next-generation alternate-fuel tractors and farm technologies at Agrovision 2025 in Nagpur. ... Mahindra’s New Alternate Fuel Tractor Lineup
November 22, 2025 Read Full Article
What’s the Holdup on Year-Round E15 Use?
by Jennifer Kiel (Farm Progress/Ohio Farmer) Jen’s Jots: While we debate incremental changes, other countries are racing ahead. ... The main barrier is a provision in the Clean Air Act that prohibits E15 sales during summer months from June 1 to Sept.
November 21, 2025 Read Full Article
The Global Grain Game: Could India Become the Brazil of Ethanol
by CK Jain (Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association/Gulshan Polyols Limited/Fortune India) Success will depend on ensuring long-term vision in policy, incentivising flex-fuel adoption, modernising ethanol infrastructure, and investing in innovations that serve both rural and urban India. India stands on the cusp of
November 20, 2025 Read Full Article
AM Green to Invest ₹10K cr in Andhra Pradesh for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
by Shine Jacob (Business Standard) MoUs target large-scale green fuels, including 180 KTPA sustainable aviation fuel -- The government of Andhra Pradesh and AM Green Group on Friday (November 14, 2025) signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to set up multiple 2G biorefineries to
November 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Synergen Green Energy, Topsoe, and The Shaw Group Form a Partnership for Modular Green Ammonia Facility in Texas
(Synergen Green Energy) Synergen Green Energy Inc., Topsoe Inc. and The Shaw Group LLC, through its Shaw Projects & Modules business unit, have entered into a collaborative agreement to advance the development of 600 metric tons per day (MTPD) modular green ammonia facilities across the US. These
November 14, 2025 Read Full Article
Germany and Netherlands Consider Policy Shifts that Could Reshape European Biodiesel Demand
by Gehrman Kosenkov (Vesper) European biodiesel markets face potential restructuring following policy discussions in Germany and the Netherlands that could significantly alter how advanced biofuels are counted toward renewable energy targets. Germany is considering ending double counting for advanced biofuels in its greenhouse gas quota
November 13, 2025 Read Full Article
Godavari Biorefineries Share Price Surges after CO2-to-DME Tech Unveiling
by Meghan Sapp (Biofuels Digest) In India, Angel One reports Godavari Biorefineries has teamed with the Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai to develop a process that transforms industrial CO2 emissions directly into Dimethyl Ether (DME). The pilot project that can capture 450
November 11, 2025 Read Full Article
President Murmu Welcomes Angola’s Decision to Join Global Biofuels, International Big Cat Alliances
(ANI/The News Mill) President Droupadi Murmu, on her visit to Angola, welcomed the country’s decision to join key Indian initiatives of the Global Biofuels Alliance and the International Big Cat Alliance. President Murmu and Angolan President João Manuel Goncalves Lourenco agreed to
November 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Who Are the Major Players at Cop30 and What Do They Want?
by Fiona Harvey (The Guardian) Delegates from global giants and smaller nations expected to clash at Brazilian summit over how to tackle the climate crisis and who should pay The UN’s Cop30 climate conference is under way, with negotiators, diplomats and leaders
November 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Biodiesel Pumps to Be Deployed at Taluka Level in Karnnataka
by Rohit Kulkarni (Trak.in) In a significant move to promote renewable energy, the Karnataka State Bioenergy Development Board (KSBD Board) has announced plans to set up biodiesel pumps at the taluk level in collaboration with private companies. The initiative aims to make
November 10, 2025 Read Full Article
Brazil Calls on Global Leaders to Support Sustainable Fuels
(Molecule Group) Brazilian President Lula urged countries to support the Belém 4X Pledge on Sustainable Fuels during the Global Climate Leaders’ Summit. “Belém 4x” aims to provide political support and foster international cooperation to at least quadruple the use of sustainable fuels by
November 08, 2025 Read Full Article
IEA Report Highlights Rapid Growth in the Global Biogas Industry
(World Biogas Association) The IEA released its latest renewable energy market report, Renewables 2025, on 7 October 2025, highlighting that biogas and biomethane are becoming an integral part of the renewable energy success story. They are emerging as strategic fuels for decarbonising
November 07, 2025 Read Full Article
Can SAF Make Progress in Mandates without Incentives?
(ResourceWise) As the aviation sector races toward its 2050 net-zero target, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has emerged as its most immediate and scalable decarbonization tool. Across Europe, North America, and Asia, governments are introducing SAF blending mandates that require airlines to use a
November 07, 2025 Read Full Article
VOC Port, ACME Progress Renewable Ammonia Project in Tamil Nadu
(Ammonia Energy Association) Land allocated for 438,000 tons per year facility at VOC Port -- As part of the recent India Maritime Week event, ACME and VOC Port Authority on India’s southern coast have progressed the Tamil Nadu Green Ammonia Project. The 1,200 tons
November 06, 2025 Read Full Article
K2 Ethanol Orders Ethanol and Animal-Feed Plants from ANDRITZ
(ANDRITZ) K2 Ethanol Pvt. Ltd, a pioneer in the biomass and biofuel sectors, has awarded ANDRITZ a contract to build integrated ethanol and animal-feed production plants in India. The project will include the country’s first ethanol plant powered by agro-residue, supporting
November 04, 2025 Read Full Article
Tech Startup Converts Cashew Waste into Biofuel, Biochar
by Vivek Waghmode (Bio Energy Times) Udupi: A village near Hebri in Udupi district has become the site of India’s first large-scale biofuel and biochar carbon removal plant, marking a major step toward clean energy. The facility, set up by MASH
November 03, 2025 Read Full Article
ThunderPlus & Trinity Cleantech Launch World’s First Ethanol-Based 150 kW Rapid Charger
(Bio Energy Times) In a groundbreaking move set to redefine the future of clean mobility, ThunderPlus, India’s fastest-growing EV charging company, and Trinity Cleantech today unveiled the world’s first mobile, ethanol-based 150 kW DC fast charger-cum-generator, the ME Energy Rapid Charger
November 03, 2025 Read Full Article
India Focuses on Green Fuels and Digital Corridors at Maritime Summit
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In India, India Shipping News reports the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways launched India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai with new deals centered on green fuels and digital port systems. A key agreement with the
October 30, 2025 Read Full Article
How This Sustainable Jet Fuel Company Is Charting a New Route in the Trump Era
by Sean Captain (Fast Company) LanzaJet aims to power planes without petroleum. Its first plant got caught up in politics—forcing a sudden retooling before it can begin producing sustainable aviation fuel. A first-of-its-kind refinery has been in the works for a decade
October 30, 2025 Read Full Article
A Multifaceted Approach to Managing Decarbonization Risks
(DNV) In a time of regulatory uncertainty and evolving fuel options, shipowners like Great Eastern Shipping are taking a pragmatic route to decarbonization by focusing on flexible fleet upgrades and operational efficiencies while supporting Indian ports and government construction of a
October 28, 2025 Read Full Article
COP30 and the Acceleration of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Fuels
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) will be held in Belém, Pará, from November 10 to 21, 2025, under the presidency of Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago. In early March 2025, the
October 22, 2025 Read Full Article
Is the Biofuel Boom Over?
by Felicity Bradstock (OilPrice.com) • Oil majors, including Shell, BP, and TotalEnergies, are scaling back or delaying biofuel projects despite earlier commitments to ramp up production. Shell’s decision to cancel its massive Rotterdam biofuels plant highlights broader financial and market challenges facing
October 20, 2025 Read Full Article
CMA CGM Expands Fleet with Methanol and LNG-Powered Vessels
(Safety4Sea) CMA CGM has taken delivery of its new dual-fuel methanol vessel, CMA CGM HELIUM and entered an agreement with India for the order of six new LNG-powered vessels. The CMA CGM HELIUM is now deployed on the Phoenician Express (BEX2) service, connecting China,
October 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Madhya Pradesh Farmers to Reap Benefits Of Biogas Production from Napier Grass
(ETV Bharat) Bhopal: Napier grass is normally known to be used as a high-protein livestock fodder that boosts milk production. But now the farmers in Madhya Pradesh are looking at reaping monetary benefits from its direct sale. This opportunity has come their way
October 20, 2025 Read Full Article
India Ramps Up Ethanol Drive with Year-round Supply, Feedstock Push
(NewKerala.com) Reaffirming India's commitment to a cleaner energy future, Ashwani Srivastava, Joint Secretary, Department of Food & Public Distribution, underscored the government's strategic focus on building a robust, year-round ethanol supply chain. -- Reaffirming India's commitment to a cleaner energy future,