Author: aida

India’s ethanol industry reached a critical milestone in February 2026. We now have a production capacity of 2,000 crore litres, yet the current blending mandates only require about half of... Read More

By early 2026, India hit a landmark achievement: 20percentage ethanol blending E20 became the nationwide standard. But at the All-India Distillers Association AIDA, we view E20 as the starting line,... Read More

India’s biofuel ambitions rely heavily on maintaining a steady supply of feedstock for ethanol production. The ongoing debate between grain vs sugar highlights the complexity of this challenge. Sugarcane offers high... Read More

TERI and ARAI lead research and innovation in India's renewable fuel sector. The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) advances renewable energy systems and environmental sustainability, while Automotive Research Association of... Read More

Grain-based ethanol manufacturing represents a critical sector of India's renewable energy strategy. AIDA stands as the only government-recognized body representing grain-based ethanol producers nationally. This biofuel addresses energy security while... Read More