India’s First CO2-to-Methanol Pilot Plant Launched in Pune, a Milestone in Carbon Capture Technology

1. India’s first CO2-to-methanol pilot plant has been launched in Pune, Maharashtra, by a partnership between IIT Delhi and Thermax Limited.
2. The pilot plant has a capacity of 1.4 tons per day and is estimated to cost ₹31 crore.
3. The project is funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
4. The pilot plant is seen as a significant step towards showcasing indigenous CCU technologies and supporting sustainable development goals.
5. The collaboration between IIT Delhi and Thermax Limited will serve as a “living lab” for CCU research, focusing on developing catalysts and processes for CO2 conversion.
6. The pilot plant aims to demonstrate the potential for decarbonization in coal-based thermal power sectors, which currently contribute to 30% of India’s carbon emissions.
7. Additionally, the project aligns with India’s commitment to reduce carbon emissions and support sustainable development.
8. The pilot plant is a part of broader efforts towards establishing a National Mission on Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) and implementing a methanol-blended diesel policy to decrease India’s reliance on crude oil imports.

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