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What are the advanced alternatives to ethanol?

August 26, 2025 8:39 pm

Although biofuel has emerged as a promising alternative to fossil fuels in transitioning to renewable energy, discussions are also going on about the alternatives to ethanol. What are those alternatives, and what are their benefits and challenges?

Can biofuel really replace fossil fuels?

July 18, 2025 1:00 pm

As part of a global initiative to switch to renewable energy sources, biofuel has emerged as a promising alternative to fossil fuels. However, the crucial question remains whether biofuels can truly substitute fossil fuels in terms of net energy consumption and fully abate radiative forcing.

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Knowledge Nugget: Why Global Biofuels Alliance and CDRI matter for UPSC prep

July 12, 2025 1:04 pm

Namibia has joined the India-backed Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) during PM Modi’s visit to the nation. Know about these initiatives and its significance for UPSC current affairs 2025. In 'Beyond the Nugget', also learn about the India-led initiatives.

With sustainability standards set to define the future of textile trade, Shahi and other large exporters in India are actively pursuing compliance. (Express Photo)

‘Need to create biofuel supply chains to replace coal in textile mills’: Shahi Exports’ Anant Ahuja

January 03, 2025 10:34 am

Anant Ahuja, Director of ESG and Sustainability at Shahi Exports, discusses sustainability reporting, the need for biofuel supply chains, and the viability of switching to electric boilers.

Odisha: At Puri Swargadwara, cow dung may replace wood for cremation

November 01, 2024 7:32 am

Jagannath culture researcher Naresh Das said as per Hindu religious traditions, only wood is used for cremation.

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Aman Arora unveils Punjab State Policy for Biofuels, says 50% agri waste to be used to enhance soil content

October 17, 2024 9:28 am

The Cabinet Minister added that four projects with a total capacity of 85 tonne per day (TPD) of CBG are currently operational.

UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | August 5 to August 11, 2024

August 30, 2024 11:20 am

World Lion Day, Imazethapyr, Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar, India at the Paris Olympics and more — Here are some must read current affairs tidbits for your prelims and mains preparation that you shouldn't miss for UPSC, state PSCs, and other competitive examinations. You can also test your knowledge by solving the MCQs.