All content tagged with “Ethanol” - 6 items
The government has clarified that there is no proposal to increase ethanol blending beyond 20%, reaffirming E20's safety and highlighting its economic, environmental and energy security benefits.
MoPNG dismissed unsubstantiated claims against ethanol blending, stating the programme is scientifically validated, continuously monitored and globally adopted.
Government proposes E85 and E100 fuel norms under draft rules to expand ethanol blending and reduce dependence on crude oil imports.
India is aiming for 100 percent ethanol blending in petrol to cut import dependence, reduce fuel costs, and strengthen energy security amid global supply uncertainties.
Govt plans to reduce PDS broken rice share to 10 percent to free up 90 lakh tonnes annually for ethanol production.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India Energy Week 2026 in Goa virtually, with global ministers and industry leaders gathering to discuss energy security, investment and decarbonisation pathways.