Biofuel Development in India: Policies and Future Prospects

Abstract

Biofuels have emerged as a vital renewable energy option to boost security, reduce greenhouse gas emission, and promote sustainable rural development in India. This research paper emphasis the current status, trends challenges and opportunities in the India biofuel sector, with a focus on exam government policies. The study highlights the increasing importance of ethanol blending programs, diversification of feedstock. but, the sector continuous to faces challenges including feedstock scarcity, high production costs, inadequate infrastructure and concern over food security. Overall, the findings indicate that although biofuels have significant potential to support India’s clean energy transition, achieving long-term sustainability requires balanced policy implementation, investment in innovation and strengthened supply chain management.

Keyword: Biofuel, Ethanol Blending, Feedstock Availability, Food security, Biodiesel, Energy Security, Waste- to- energy.