July 8, 2025

ABC Booklet 2025 – National Mission on Use of Biomass in Thermal Power Plants (SAMARTH Mission)

📝 Description The ABC Booklet 2025 is a comprehensive guide on India’s flagship initiative under the Ministry of Power—SAMARTH Mission—which promotes the use of biomass pellets in coal-fired thermal power plants to reduce air pollution and promote sustainable energy. It outlines key policies, benefits, technical standards, pellet production processes, financial incentives, and national co-firing achievements, […]

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July 2, 2025

🏭 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – SAMARTH Mission (National Biomass Policy for Thermal Power Plants)

📘 Description: The SAMARTH Mission (Sustainable Agrarian Mission on Use of Agri-Residue in Thermal Power Plants) is an initiative by the Ministry of Power, Government of India, launched on 12th July 2021. It aims to curb stubble burning, reduce air pollution, promote rural employment, and reduce dependency on coal by mandating 5–7% biomass co-firing in […]

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🏭 Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) Biomass Pellet Tender – July 2025

📢 Overview:DVC has invited electronic tenders on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform for the supply of biomass pellets to its various thermal power plants in Eastern India. The procurement is significant in volume and forms part of India’s green energy initiative under biomass co-firing policy in coal-based power plants. 🌾 Plant-wise Tender Details: Plant Quantity […]

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June 14, 2025

🇮🇳 Biomass Co-firing in the Indian Power Sector: Key Challenges & the Way Forward 🔥🌱

🧾 Summary with Detailed Description: Biomass co-firing—blending biomass pellets with coal in thermal power plants—is a vital step in India’s low-carbon energy transition. Initiated by NTPC in 2017, it aims to reduce carbon emissions and tackle stubble burning pollution. Despite progress, several persistent challenges hinder sustainable large-scale adoption: 💡 Resolution Plans: With improved policy, infrastructure, […]

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May 24, 2025

🌱 Can Napier Grass Be the Future of Green Energy in India?

Napier grass (Cenchrus purpureus), also known as elephant grass, is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone in India’s renewable energy landscape. Its exceptional biomass yield, adaptability to diverse climates, and potential for bio-CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) production position it as a promising solution to the nation’s energy and environmental challenges.Wikipedia 🌾 Key Highlights of Napier Grass […]

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