Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has unveiled an ambitious investment plan of ₹1.7 lakh crore over the next five years to diversify and expand its operations in various sectors including oil refining, fuel marketing, petrochemicals, and green energy. Holding a substantial market share in India's refining capacity and fuel retail sector, BPCL's strategy, termed 'Project Aspire,' focuses on bolstering its existing businesses and venturing into new opportunities with a strong emphasis on sustainability. The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, underpinned by a massive ₹1 lakh crore investment in renewable energy, green hydrogen, carbon capture, and energy efficiency initiatives. BPCL is actively working on new petrochemical projects, refining capacity expansions, and integrated petrochemical complexes at its Bina and Kochi refineries. Additionally, the corporation is targeting significant renewable energy capacity milestones, planning to reach 2 GW by 2025 and 10 GW by 2035 through investments in wind and solar projects to power its refineries. Moreover, BPCL is ramping up efforts in EV charging infrastructure, biofuel projects, and aims to play a substantial role in meeting India's growing energy needs by 2047. The company's commitment to safety, reliability, and corporate governance underscores its vision to stay at the forefront of India's evolving energy landscape.