Methanol as Cooking Fuel

To promote clean energy, Niti Aayog is pushing for the use of methanol as cooking fuel in households as well as transport fuel. The Aayog is in talks with the states of Uttar Pradesh and Assam over distribution of 20,000 and 50,000 gas stoves, respectively, powered by methanol.

Methanol

  • Methanol is a clear and colourless liquid produced from natural gas, coal and a wide range of renewable feedstock. Also known as wood alcohol, methanol is naturally occurring and biodegradable.
  • Methanol is an alternative fuel for internal combustion and other engines, either in combination with gasoline or directly (“neat”). It is used ....

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