New Delhi: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has commissioned its second-generation (2G) bioethanol refinery in Bargarh, with a strong focus on converting biomass into clean fuel, marking a key step in India’s push towards sustainable energy, PSUconnect reported.
The refinery, with a capacity of 100 kilolitres per day, uses rice straw as its primary feedstock. The plant processes this agricultural biomass through advanced technologies to produce fuel-grade ethanol, turning farm residue into a valuable energy resource.
The project highlights the growing role of biomass in India’s energy mix, as it makes use of crop waste that is often burned in fields. By utilising rice straw, the refinery is expected to help reduce air pollution while promoting efficient use of agricultural residues.
The initiative also supports the country’s ethanol blending target, aimed at reducing dependence on fossil fuels. It aligns with broader government efforts to strengthen energy security while encouraging cleaner and renewable fuel sources.
Designed as a zero liquid discharge facility, the plant ensures that no wastewater is released into the environment. It also incorporates systems to maximise resource recovery, further improving the efficiency of biomass utilisation.
The project is expected to benefit farmers by creating steady demand for agricultural waste, offering an additional income stream and strengthening rural economies.
Officials said the plant was completed with a strong safety record, achieving around 20 million accident-free work hours during construction.
The commissioning of the Bargarh refinery underlines BPCL’s role in advancing biomass-based energy solutions and supporting India’s transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
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