Environment & Ecology·Environmental Laws
Biogas — Environmental Laws
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Version 1Updated 5 Mar 2026
| Entry | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Policy on Biofuels 2018 | 2018 | Categorized biogas as advanced biofuel with indicative target of 15 MMT oil equivalent by 2030. Established framework for promoting second and third generation biofuels including biogas from waste materials. | Provided policy clarity and long-term targets for biogas sector, enabling better planning and investment decisions by stakeholders |
| Waste-to-Energy Policy 2022 | 2022 | Recognized biogas as preferred technology for organic waste processing with standardized tariffs, streamlined approvals, and financial incentives including viability gap funding. | Created enabling environment for large-scale biogas projects by addressing key barriers of financing, approvals, and revenue certainty |