New Delhi: The Indian Biogas Association (IBA) announced on Sunday that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) to promote the development of India’s bioenergy and bio-hydrogen sectors, reports The Hindu Businessline.
The collaboration aims to leverage the strengths of both organizations to expand the bioenergy industry. As part of this partnership, IOCL and IBA will establish a knowledge center dedicated to supporting joint initiatives by providing resources such as technology, infrastructure, and skilled personnel to accelerate growth in the biofuels market.
Both parties plan to actively engage with lawmakers, business leaders, industry stakeholders, and research organizations to foster the development of these knowledge centers. Training and capacity-building programs will be a central focus to strengthen the biofuels sector.
Gaurav Kedia, Chairman of IBA, said the association is already working with several government ministries to shape policies that support biogas, bio-CNG, and renewable energy. “This partnership will enhance collaboration between central and state governments to drive biogas development and help formulate policy incentives across different biofuel categories,” he added.
The MoU also emphasizes coordinating research and development efforts in biofuels, especially by encouraging collaboration between industry and academic institutions.
Established in 2011 and revamped in 2015, IBA is India’s leading professional association representing operators, manufacturers, and planners of biogas plants, as well as experts from policy, science, and research sectors. The association also works closely with the German Biogas Association to promote biogas growth in India.
