IFGE: Biodiesel Processors Forum (BDPF) has been formed to promote biodiesel in India. It is a renewable fuel made from animal fats, vegetable oils, and waste cooking oil, serves as a clean-burning alternative to conventional diesel. The biodegradable properties of biodiesel make it a sustainable substitute for fossil diesel, allowing for flexible blending with petroleum diesel. India’s National Policy on Biofuels envisions a 5% biodiesel blending target by 2030, increasing the demand for biodiesel in the transportation sector.
The objective of IFGE: Biodiesel Processors Forum (BDF) are mentioned below :
- Promotion of Biodiesel Usage
- Advocacy for Regulatory Support
- Research and Development: Fostering innovation in biodiesel production processes and technologies is a key objective.
- Market Development: The forum strives to create and expand market opportunities for biodiesel producers.
- Collaboration and Networking: Encouraging collaboration among biodiesel producers, industry stakeholders, and relevant institutions is a vital goal.
- Policy Advocacy: Advocating for policies that support the growth and stability of the biodiesel industry is a key objective.
- Quality Standards and Certification: Establishing and maintaining quality standards for biodiesel production is crucial.
- Economic Viability: Ensuring the economic viability of biodiesel production is a fundamental objective.
