The Indian Biogas Association (IBA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to advance India’s bioenergy and bio-hydrogen sectors. This strategic collaboration aims to strengthen the country’s clean energy transition by promoting technological exchange, joint training, and policy advocacy.
Knowledge Centre and Capacity Building at the Core
The MoU establishes a joint knowledge centre focused on bioenergy innovatio The two organizations will share technological and infrastructural resources and co-organize training programs to develop skilled professionals for India’s growing biofuels industry.
Driving Policy and R&D Collaboration
IOCL and IBA will also work together on research and development (R&D) initiatives and actively engage in policy advocacy to promote biogas adoption across the country. By collaborating with central and state governments, they aim to propose effective policy incentives and help implement bioenergy projects at scale.
Strengthening Industry-Academia-Policy Linkages
The partnership will foster collaboration with industry leaders, academic institutions, and policymakers. This will help create a robust ecosystem to support the widespread adoption of biofuels and green hydrogen technologies.
IBA’s Broader Mission for a Greener India
Established in 2011 and restructured in 2015, the Indian Biogas Association is India’s first professional body dedicated to promoting biogas. IBA has also partnered with the German Biogas Association to strengthen sustainable energy efforts. The new MoU with IOCL further reinforces IBA’s commitment to a cleaner, greener future for India. It focuses on biogas and bio-hydrogen solutions, as reported by projectstoday.com.
