Indian Minister Advocates Green Energy Revolution in Sugar Industry
Key Ideas
- Minister Gadkari encourages sugar industry diversification through ethanol-diesel blending, flex-fuel engines, and green hydrogen production.
- Promotion of flex-fuel cars by major automakers like Tata Motors and Suzuki signals a shift towards alternative fuel vehicles.
- Focus on green hydrogen production and adoption of modern agricultural techniques for sustainable sugarcane cultivation.
- Government assures support for addressing industry concerns on sugar exports and minimum selling price to protect farmer interests.
Indian Road, Transport, and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari advocated for a green energy revolution in the sugar industry during the annual general meeting of the Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association. He emphasized the need for diversification through ethanol-diesel blending, flex-fuel engines, and green hydrogen production. Gadkari highlighted the untapped potential for ethanol exports to neighboring countries and encouraged the adoption of alternative fuel-based tractors and modern agricultural techniques. Prominent automakers are gearing up to introduce flex-fuel cars in the market. The minister stressed the significance of green hydrogen as a clean energy source and proposed integrating its production into the sugar and ethanol industry ecosystem. Additionally, he assured stakeholders of government support in addressing industry concerns on sugar exports and minimum selling price to ensure the sector's sustainability and the welfare of farmers and consumers.
Topics
Green Hydrogen
Alternative Fuels
Government Support
Sustainable Mobility
Energy Diversification
Sugar Industry
Ethanol Exports
Agriculture Modernization
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