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Iran war energy shock pushes India to expand ethanol plans and rethink fuel compatibility for millions

Iran war energy shock pushes India to expand ethanol plans and rethink fuel compatibility for millions

As the Iran war disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, India and parts of Southeast Asia are accelerating biofuel adoption to curb expensive imported oil and LPG. In New Delhi, consumers report LPG delays and black market prices soaring threefold. In Chennai, drivers complain that ethanol-blended gasoline is worsening car mileage as ethanol becomes the default blend at pumps. India is weighing higher ethanol blends up to 85% or even 100%, while experts warn supply-chain delays and food-versus-fuel environmental impacts.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Maize Becomes India’s Top Ethanol Feedstock as Supplies Hit 515 Crore Litres

Maize Becomes India’s Top Ethanol Feedstock as Supplies Hit 515 Crore Litres

India’s cumulative ethanol supplies have crossed about 515 crore litres in the first half of ESY 2025-26, according to the latest data. Maize has emerged as the biggest feedstock, signaling a shift in how biofuel volumes are being supported as the program scales up and demand grows.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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India considers boosting petrol ethanol blending to 25% to cut crude imports fast

India considers boosting petrol ethanol blending to 25% to cut crude imports fast

India is reportedly considering a jump in ethanol blending in petrol to 25% as part of a broader push toward renewable energy. The move is meant to reduce dependence on imported crude, while increased refining capacity and higher strategic oil reserves aim to strengthen energy security. Together, these steps could help shield the economy from global oil price shocks and support biofuels and hydrogen priorities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
India plans ethanol blend above 20% and flex fuel push to cut oil imports

India plans ethanol blend above 20% and flex fuel push to cut oil imports

India is exploring ethanol blending in petrol beyond the current 20% benchmark and is also pushing flex-fuel vehicles to enable higher biofuel use. The government is holding discussions with industry stakeholders as it plans for a broader shift in transport fuel. The goal: reduce dependence on imported oil while strengthening domestic biofuel production and consumption.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Ankur Scientific plans aggressive global expansion betting big on green hydrogen and carbon capture growth

Ankur Scientific plans aggressive global expansion betting big on green hydrogen and carbon capture growth

Ankur Scientific says it has strong growth momentum and is laying out aggressive expansion plans. The bioenergy firm is increasing investment in green hydrogen, advanced biofuels, and carbon capture, while growing its global project pipeline. It is also exploring fresh revenue models, including owning assets, to capture more upside from its energy and decarbonization projects.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Gadkari urges India to push 100 percent ethanol blending soon for energy independence

Gadkari urges India to push 100 percent ethanol blending soon for energy independence

Nitin Gadkari says India should target 100 percent ethanol blending soon to improve energy self-reliance as global oil markets stay uncertain. With India currently importing about 87 percent of its oil, the push will accelerate alternative and biofuel production. Green hydrogen is also flagged as a future fuel option.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Ecoil raises 2.5 million to scale biofuel from used cooking oil across India

Ecoil raises 2.5 million to scale biofuel from used cooking oil across India

Clean energy startup Ecoil raised $2.5 million in a funding round led by Fundalogical Ventures. Founded in 2019 by Sushil Vaishnav and Kirti Vaishnav, Ecoil collects used cooking oil from restaurants and hotels, manages it, and converts it into biofuel. The fresh capital will help expand operations, upgrade its technology platform, and grow its footprint across major Indian markets.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Indonesia’s palm oil biofuel push could squeeze India’s edible oil supply fast

Indonesia’s palm oil biofuel push could squeeze India’s edible oil supply fast

Indonesia’s shift to use palm oil for biofuels is set to challenge India’s food security, since India relies heavily on edible palm oil imports from Indonesia. With domestic production constrained by climate, India may have to scramble for alternative sourcing to avoid shortages and price spikes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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