2.Biofuel Jharkhand
K-DISC initiated an innovative project regarding the use of algae in the water to extract biofuel, put forward by Shri Vishal Prasad Gupta, an Engineer from Jharkhand and this made headlines in November 2021. Progress with the project: - Constitution of Advisory Committee: Includes experts from Kerala Agriculture University, Jyothi Engineering College, Thrissur, Government Engineering College, Thrissur, Catholicate College, Pathanamthitta, and Groningen University, Netherlands. - Phase 1 of the Preliminary Feasibility Study for the extraction of biofuel from Water Hyacinth is completed. A draft report on the results obtained is submitted and phase 2 has begun. - Pilot study on Microalgae cultivation is recommended.
3.Bioethanol
K-DISC received a proposal on “Feasibility Assessment for Bioethanol Production from Water Hyacinth Biomass” from CSIR-NIIST, Trivandrum, Government Engineering College, Barton Hill, Trivandrum, Centre for Research on Aquatic Resources Sanatana Dharma College, Alappuzha and Biovent Innovations Pvt Ltd, University of Kerala, Trivandrum. The major deliverable from the project is scientifically validated data on the feasibility of a water hyacinth biomass-based bioethanol plant. The feasibility report would provide a comprehensive assessment of the technical and commercial viability of such a plant and would help in future policy decisions and funding support from the government.
4.Bio-CNG
K-DISC received a proposal on “Feasibility study of High-Pressure Biogas Generation for Sustainable Transportation” from CET and TrEST Park - Esylys LLP (Industry Partner). The High-Pressure Biogas Generation and Bio-CNG Conversion System (HIPR Bio project) proposed aims at developing, demonstrating, and testing cost-effective technology for generating Bio-CNG from biodegradable solid wastes on a decentralized scale. The proposed project intends to focus on methods for the production and enrichment of biogas in an efficient manner. The project also envisages research and development on the biological compression of enriched biogas.
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Achievements
SolYield has been selected as a winner of the SolarX Start-up Challenge 2024: India, organised by the International Solar Alliance, and supported by Invest India. The SolarX Startup Challenge seeks to crowdsource innovative, scalable, and cost-effective solutions to address some of the key challenges in the solar energy sector. As a winner, SolYield will not only receive financial backing but will also benefit from a robust acceleration program, gaining access to mentorship from industry experts. This recognition provides us with the opportunity to engage with potential investors and explore diverse global markets. We look forward to leveraging this platform to continue driving innovation in the solar and storage sector.
In the photo, Shri Shripad Naik, Hon'ble Minister, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India; Shri Bhupinder Bhalla, Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE); Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, International Solar Alliance and Shri. Siva Harsh, Founder, SolYield.
