INSPIRE-ing Energy Talks: Ep. 4 - Ethanol blending in gasoline and beyond: the case of India

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INSPIRE-ing Energy Talks

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Welcome to the SGS INSPIRE-Ing Energy Talks. This podcast is powered by SGS Inspire, the market intelligence service of the SGS group, focusing on transport policies, fuel markets, fuel quality and vehicle emissions. Every month we discuss hot topics on energy in transport with special guests, and always keeping a global perspective.

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INSPIRE-ing Energy Talks: Ep. 4 - Ethanol blending in gasoline and beyond: the case of India

INSPIRE-ing Energy Talks

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2 years ago

INSPIRE-ing Energy Talks: Ep. 4 - Ethanol blending in gasoline and beyond: the case of India

In this episode on ethanol blending in gasoline, focusing on the case of India, SGS INSPIRE senior market analyst, interviews Dr. Ramakumar, former R&D Director and Board member of Indian Oil.

Together, they explore the reasons for India’s decision to start blending ethanol in gasoline in 2003, following Brazil’s path.

They discuss the current level of ethanol in India’s gasoline and the feasibility of India’s target for an average of 20% of ethanol penetration by April 1, 2025.They also look into the various ethanol feedstocks available to India, the domestic ethanol production and other types of innovative blending with gasoline, namely the methanol-gasoline blend which is under testing in some Indian states.

The conversation continues with a focus on the potential of synthetic ethanol produced from recycled off-gas emitted by industrial plants, mentioning the technology from Lanza tech, and existing experience in Ghent, Belgium with the ArcelorMittal steel plant.

Finally, they conclude the interview with the prospect of other Asian countries’ decision to replicate India’s strategy with regards to E20, and the associated benefits in terms of sustainability and green growth.