Sugarcane-based cooperative sugar mills will be converted into multi-feed based ethanol plants
India is pushing to increase ethanol production by converting sugarcane-based cooperative sugar mills into multi-feed ethanol plants. The goal is to produce 1016 crore liters of ethanol for 20% blending by 2025-26. In 2024-25, 261 crore liters have been supplied. The E20 fuel rollout is set for April 2025, promoting energy security, reducing crude oil dependence, and supporting agriculture.
Grain India – Sugarcane-based cooperative sugar mills will be converted into multi-feed based ethanol plants
This update highlights India’s push towards increasing ethanol production and blending it with petrol. Key points include : Ethanol Production & Supply:
- 672 crore liters supplied in 2023-24.
- 261 crore liters supplied so far in 2024-25 (Nov-Feb).
- 1016 crore liters needed for 20% blending in 2025-26.
Policy Support:
- Sugarcane-based ethanol production is unrestricted.
- Government rice is subsidized at ₹2250 per quintal for grain-based ethanol plants.
- Maize is being widely used.
E20 Fuel Implementation:
- Vehicles already using 20% ethanol-blended petrol.
- Full nationwide rollout targeted for April 2025.
- Ethanol-blended petrol has slightly lower efficiency than gasoline.
New Scheme for Cooperative Sugar Mills:
- Announced on March 6, 2025.
- Focus on converting sugarcane-based mills into multi-feed ethanol plants (allowing flexibility in raw material use).
This initiative will enhance energy security, reduce crude oil dependence, and support the agricultural economy
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Source : Investing.com
