India accelerates its ethanol blending programme beyond E20 to reduce 88.5% crude oil import dependency. While higher blends promise economic and climate benefits, concerns around vehicle compatibility, groundwater depletion, and food security highlight the urgent need for 2G biofuels.
Click to View MoreLaunched in 1975, Proálcool was an initiative to reduce oil dependence by substituting petrol with sugarcane-based ethanol. It transformed Brazil into a global leader in biofuels, pioneering flex-fuel technology and creating a sustainable, large-scale domestic renewable energy ecosystem.
Click to View MoreGreen fuels are the next frontier in India’s clean energy transition, promising reduced imports, rural income, and a path to net zero by 2070. High costs, storage gaps, and policy hurdles threaten progress. With pricing reforms, infrastructure investment, and farmer-centric models, India can unlock its potential as a global green fuel hub.
Click to View MoreIndia's Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme aims to reduce crude oil imports, boost farmers' income, and reduce emissions. However, challenges like food versus fuel debate, water-intensive feedstock, and vehicle compatibility persist. Future success requires diversifying feedstocks and upgrading infrastructure.
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