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Source: ET Subject: Miscellaneous Context: India has officially mandated the nationwide use of E20 petrol as the primary fuel at all petrol pumps starting April 1, 2025. About E20 Petrol: What It Is? E20 petrol is a specialized fuel blend consisting of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol. The ethanol used in this blend is a …
Context: The European Union (EU) is considering a ban on ethanol-based products after the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) flagged potential carcinogenic risks from prolonged exposure. About European Union’s Proposed Ethanol Ban: What it is? The proposal by the European Union seeks to restrict or phase out ethanol-containing products, including fuel additives, industrial solvents, and personal …
GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. Context: The Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA) has called for a faster launch of flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs) to achieve 20 per cent of ethanol blending. What are flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs)? An FFV is a modified version of vehicles that could run both on gasoline …
GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. Flex Fuel Vehicles Context: Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has for long been advocating the use of flex-fuel to power cars and motorcycles sold in India. Recently, at an industry event, the transport minister revealed that he has issued an advisory to all …
