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World Biofuel Day 2025 Observed on 10th August to Promote Renewable Energy and Blended Biofuels in India.

Important Days | Dated: 13 Aug 2025

World Biofuel Day 2025 was observed on 10th August to raise global awareness about the benefits of non-fossil fuels (green fuels) as sustainable alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. The day highlights the role of biofuels in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting cleaner energy.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - World Biofuel Day is celebrated annually on 10th August to encourage the adoption of renewable and eco-friendly fuels. It emphasizes the environmental benefits of biofuels in combating climate change and reducing dependency on fossil fuels.
  • - The day also pays tribute to Rudolf Christian Karl Diesel, the French-German inventor of the diesel engine (also known as the Compression Ignition engine) in the 19th century, whose work laid the foundation for modern fuel technology.
  • - Since 2015, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG), Government of India, has been officially observing World Biofuel Day to promote sustainable fuel adoption nationwide.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) One of the key objectives is to promote the use of blended biofuels in India, reducing reliance on pure fossil fuels and supporting energy diversification.
  • (ii) India ranks as the third-largest oil consumer globally, following the United States and China, making the shift to blended fuels crucial for energy security and emission reduction.
  • (iii) Biofuels are produced from biomass sources such as sugarcane, corn, soybeans, algae, agricultural residues, and animal waste. India’s ethanol production capacity increased to 1,528 crore litres in 2024 (from 1,380 crore litres in November 2023) and is projected to reach 1,700 crore litres for achieving 20% ethanol blending (E20) by 2025.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When is World Biofuel Day observed every year?

Correct Answer: 10th August

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