Centre supports Greenjoules commercialise ‘advance biofuel’ technology
The company’s project “Manufacturing of 2nd Generation Diesel Equivalent Biofuel” would make a "drop-in" fuel that could replace conventional fossil-based diesel.
The Technology Development Board (TDB), under Department of Science & Technology (DST), has extended support to Pune based Greenjoules Pvt Ltd for its project titled “Manufacturing of 2nd Generation Diesel Equivalent Biofuel.” The project aims to establish a commercial-scale facility for the production of advanced biofuels derived from agricultural waste and agro-processing residues.
Greenjoules will set-up a greenfield manufacturing facility for the production of Abhilasha Biofuels (ABF)—a next-generation renewable diesel and naphtha alternative developed entirely through indigenous technology. Designed as a “drop-in” fuel, ABF can directly replace conventional fossil-based diesel without requiring any modifications to existing engines, fuel systems, or distribution infrastructure, making it a practical and scalable solution for decarbonizing transportation and industrial energy consumption.
Developed entirely in India, the technology integrates innovative thermo-chemical conversion processes that transform agricultural residues and agro-industrial waste into high-quality renewable fuels.
A distinctive feature of the technology lies in Greenjoules proprietary expertise in identifying optimal biomass blends and matching them with customized catalyst systems to maximize fuel yields and production efficiency.
The biofuel project will further enhance capabilities of Greenjoules in producing renewable diesel, renewable naphtha, biochar, and gaseous fuels, creating a comprehensive waste-to-energy ecosystem. By converting agricultural residues that are often burned or discarded into valuable energy products, the technology addresses multiple national priorities simultaneously, including reduction of stubble burning.
Rajesh Kumar Pathak, Secretary, TDB, said, “Advanced biofuels derived from agricultural residues represent a critical pathway towards achieving energy security, environmental sustainability, and rural economic development. Indigenous technologies that convert waste into high-value fuels not only reduce dependence on fossil fuels but also create new opportunities within the circular economy.”
Expressing gratitude for the support, the leadership of Greenjoules Pvt Ltd stated that the assistance would help accelerate the commercialization and scale-up of its indigenous biofuel technology, enabling wider deployment of sustainable fuel solutions across industrial and transportation sectors.
