TDB-DST supports M/s Greenjoules Private Limited

As India accelerates its transition towards cleaner energy sources and circular economy-driven industrial growth, the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, has extended support to M/s Greenjoules Private Limited, Pune 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, contributing to India’s energy security, waste-to-wealth mission, and net-zero aspirations.

The proposed project involves setting 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.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Rajesh Kumar Pathak, Secretary, TDB, stated, “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. Such innovations can play an important role in supplementing the country’s growing energy requirements and reducing reliance on imported crude oil and petroleum products. TDB is committed to supporting technologies that strengthen India’s clean energy ecosystem while delivering tangible economic, environmental, and strategic benefits.”

Expressing gratitude for the support, the leadership of Greenjoules Private Limited 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. The company emphasized that the project represents an important step towards building a cleaner, self-reliant, and energy-secure future for India.(UPDATED ON 5TH JUNE 2026)