India's Push for Biofuel Blending and Green Hydrogen: Minister's Vision for Energy Sustainability
Key Ideas
  • Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced a potential 91,000 crore rupees savings through biofuel blending, targeting benefits for the agricultural sector.
  • India aims to achieve 20 percent biofuel blending ahead of schedule, securing the second position globally in biofuel blending.
  • Minister Puri highlighted the country's progress towards green hydrogen and emphasized the need for double efforts to reach net zero emissions by 2070.
  • The Energy Technology Meet in Bengaluru, with 1200 participants and 23 exhibitors, focused on energy security, sustainability, and technology innovation in the energy sector.
In a recent development, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri emphasized the significant benefits of biofuel blending for India's economy and agricultural sector, projecting a saving of 91,000 crore rupees on the import bill. Speaking at the 27th Energy Technology Summit in Bengaluru, the Minister showcased India's remarkable progress in biofuel blending, aiming to achieve a 20 percent blending target ahead of schedule. He also underlined the country's commitment to green hydrogen as part of its energy transition, aligning with the global shift towards sustainable practices. Minister Puri highlighted the necessity for intensified efforts to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2070, emphasizing the crucial role of energy security, sustainability, and technology innovation in this journey. The Energy Technology Meet, organized by the Centre for High Technology and Indian Oil Corporation Limited, brought together 1200 participants and 23 exhibitors to showcase the latest technologies and advancements in the energy sector. The event also witnessed the distribution of awards for the best energy-efficient technologies, recognizing outstanding contributions in the field.
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