Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has unveiled a ambitious investment plan of Rs 1.7 lakh crore for the upcoming five years. The company's strategic framework, known as 'Project Aspire,' focuses on expanding its core oil refining and fuel marketing business while venturing into future growth areas such as petrochemicals and green energy. BPCL is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions from its operations by 2040, with a comprehensive roadmap that includes renewable power, green hydrogen, compressed biogas, carbon capture, utilization, and storage, among other initiatives. The company is undertaking significant projects like an ethylene cracker and polypropylene plant at its refineries to enhance oil refining capacity and delve into petrochemical production. Additionally, BPCL is exploring opportunities to establish new integrated refining and petrochemical facilities, with Andhra Pradesh being considered as a potential location. Embracing renewable energy, BPCL aims to build substantial capacities by 2025 and 2035, with current investments in wind and solar power projects. The company is actively involved in green hydrogen projects, exemplified by electrolyser plants and hydrogen refueling stations. Furthermore, BPCL is expanding its infrastructure by setting up thousands of charging stations and developing biofuel plants to utilize municipal solid waste. Overall, BPCL's holistic approach towards sustainability and innovation positions it as a key player in India's energy transition.