Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) has successfully commissioned its Second-Generation (2G) Bioethanol Refinery located at Bargarh. The facility uses rice straw to produce 100 KL/day of fuel-grade bioethanol via advanced lignocellulosic technology. Designed as a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) plant, the project supports India’s E20 Ethanol Blending Programme and adheres to high standards of environmental stewardship, having been delivered safely with approximately ~20 million LTA-free manhours.
Successful Commissioning of 2G Bioethanol Refinery
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) officially announced the successful commissioning of its Second-Generation (2G) Bioethanol Refinery situated at Bargarh. This milestone represents a significant step forward in sustainable fuel production and environmental compliance for the company.
Production Capacity and Technology
The newly operational facility is designed to produce 100 KL/day of fuel-grade bioethanol. The feedstock utilized is rice straw, processed through advanced lignocellulosic technology, including pretreatment and fermentation steps.
Commitment to Sustainability and Safety
A key feature of the refinery is its design as a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) plant incorporating solid-liquid separation. This design ensures efficient resource use and environmental stewardship. Furthermore, the project execution highlighted exceptional safety performance, being delivered safely with approximately ~20 million LTA-free manhours, reflecting outstanding teamwork and engineering excellence.
Alignment with National Goals
This development directly supports the objectives of India’s E20 Ethanol Blending Programme and the National Biofuels Policy. The initiative aids in reducing emissions while actively fostering a circular economy by utilizing agricultural residue.
The official communication regarding this social media announcement was dated 24th March 2026.
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