MC² Foundation Launches Grand Butanol Challenge with INR12.5 Crore Funding in India
The Grand Butanol Challenge, launched by MC² Foundation, offers INR12.5 crore to promote bio-butanol production in India. It aims to integrate biotechnology and energy sectors, enhancing innovation and supporting energy security.
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MC² Foundation has initiated the Grand Butanol Challenge, providing a total of INR12.5 crore for the development of bio-butanol production in India. The challenge includes a ₹5 crore prize and ₹7.5 crore in grants, targeting Technology Readiness Levels 4-7 and focusing on fermentation and catalytic production methods.
Applications for the challenge are open until 15 August 2026. The initiative collaborates with C-CAMP and involves partnerships with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Department of Science and Technology, and Department of Biotechnology. This program aims to enhance India's energy innovation landscape and address biofuel production challenges.
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