The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) invited Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to identify potential carbon dioxide (CO₂) sources across the country for the production of Green Urea and Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO)-compliant Green Methanol. The initiative forms part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission and aims to establish a reliable CO₂ supply chain to support India’s growing green chemicals and clean fuels sector.
Industry Inputs Sought on CO₂ Availability
Through the EOI, SECI is seeking detailed inputs from industry stakeholders on the availability, quality, location, logistics, and transportation of CO₂ sources. In addition, the exercise will help assess existing infrastructure requirements and identify gaps that must be addressed to enable large-scale production of green urea and green methanol.
Multiple CO₂ Sources Under Evaluation
The EOI covers a wide range of CO₂ sources, including:
Biogenic CO₂
Direct Air Capture (DAC)
Industrial CO₂ emissions
By evaluating multiple feedstock options, SECI aims to develop a sustainable and diversified CO₂ ecosystem capable of supporting future green hydrogen-based manufacturing projects.
Focus on Regulatory Compliance and Export Readiness
SECI will also assess regulatory and certification requirements, particularly for RFNBO-compliant Green Methanol intended for international markets. Ensuring compliance with global sustainability standards is expected to enhance the export competitiveness of Indian green methanol while supporting the country’s clean energy and decarbonisation goals.
Supporting India’s Green Chemicals Ecosystem
The initiative represents an important step towards building an integrated value chain for green hydrogen derivatives, including green urea and green methanol. As reported by Einfews, by mapping CO₂ resources and infrastructure needs, SECI aims to facilitate future investments, strengthen domestic production, and accelerate India’s transition to a low-carbon industrial economy.
