Recently the government of India rolled out E20 Petrol policy as a part of India's Ethanol Blended Petrol Program.
The government of India introduced this to reduce oil imports, support farmers and cut pollution. But this has sparked the debate over the concerns arising out of the implementation of this programme.
What is Ethanol?Ethanol is a biofuel or alcohol usually extracted and made from crops such as sugarcane or maize. Ethanol is often considered one of the best efficient and environment-friendly sustainable fuels.
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India’s Ethanol Blending has increased from 1.5% in 2014 to 20% by 2025.
India showed astonishing progress and achieved the 20% ethanol blending target five years ahead in 2024-25.
India had introduced an Ethanol blended Petrol Program in 2003 to cut crude oil imports, support farmers and lower emissions. And India began with 5% ethanol blending in petrol.
India’s Biofuel Drive is one of the significant progressive steps towards sustainable growth.
But there is a need to find a comprehensive effective solution to build a win-win situation for people, companies and the environment.