Energy & Petrochemicals #india#isobutanol
India launches 2% isobutanol-diesel trials, paving way for first diesel biofuel programme
India has initiated trials of a 2% isobutanol-diesel blend in commercial vehicles, marking the first step toward a diesel biofuel programme. The government-backed initiative involves HPCL, ARAI, Praj Industries, and automakers like Tata Motors. The move follows failed ethanol-diesel blends and leverages isobutanol's compatibility with diesel.
Jun 25, 2026 1 source