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Bio-Energy Boost: Indian Oil Signs MoU with Indian Biogas Association to Advance Clean Energy R&D and Bio-Hydrogen Sector

IBA-IOCL Pact to Power Growth in India’s Renewable Energy and Green Hydrogen Landscape
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New Delhi: In a significant move toward accelerating India’s transition to a cleaner energy future, the Indian Biogas Association (IBA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL). The strategic partnership aims to spearhead development in the country’s bioenergy and bio-hydrogen sectors through collaboration on technology, infrastructure, and human resources.

A Strategic Alliance for Clean Energy
The MoU signals a strong commitment by both IBA and IOCL to advance India’s biofuels ecosystem. The partnership is designed to establish an epicentre of collaborative activity that aligns resources and capabilities for large-scale, sustainable energy transformation.

Expanding the Biofuel Footprint
Through this initiative, IBA and IOCL plan to drive robust expansion in the biofuels industry. This includes joint efforts in project development, promotion of biogas and hydrogen technologies, and the implementation of scalable solutions to meet India’s growing energy demands.

Focus on Research, Training, and Industry Synergy
The collaboration emphasizes the synergy of ongoing R&D efforts, particularly those fostering industry-institute partnerships. Knowledge sharing and research integration will be central to the partnership’s success, ensuring alignment with global energy standards and innovation.

Additionally, IBA and IOCL will launch structured programs for training and capacity-building. These programs will empower stakeholders in the biofuels sector with the skills needed for deployment and scale.

Policy and Industry Engagement
Both organizations will work closely with policymakers, industry leaders, and academic think tanks to develop knowledge centres. These will serve as hubs for advocacy, innovation, and information exchange, reinforcing India’s strategic goals for a sustainable energy landscape.

Strengthening India’s Clean Energy Backbone
Indian Biogas Association, known for being the authoritative source on biogas technologies in India, will leverage its expertise and industry access to ensure the initiative’s success. Combined with IOCL’s robust infrastructure and operational reach, this partnership is set to redefine India’s bioenergy sector trajectory.

About IBA
The Indian Biogas Association (IBA) is a professional, nationwide association dedicated to promoting biogas adoption in India. It serves as a resource hub for biogas information, training, and networking, representing operators, manufacturers, planners, and researchers in the industry. IBA advocates for the growth and sustainability of the biogas industry in India, working with government bodies and other stakeholders.

About IOCL
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), trading as IndianOil, is a government-owned, integrated oil and gas company in India, a “Maharatna” company. Established in 1959, it’s the largest oil producer in the country and plays a crucial role in fulfilling India’s energy needs. IOCL’s activities range from refining and marketing petroleum products to exploring and producing crude oil and gas.


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