Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced plans to blend 15% isobutanol with diesel as a sustainable alternative fuel. Since ethanol cannot be directly mixed with diesel due to engine compatibility issues, it is being converted into isobutanol through fermentation of agricultural biomass. Research by BPCL shows encouraging results, and the government aims to make isobutanol-blended diesel available by the end of 2024. This bio-fuel is expected to have a minimal impact on vehicle mileage while offering lower volatility and higher energy content compared to ethanol. https://argusnews.in/national/why-isobutanol-is-being-considered-for-diesel-blending #creator program