India’s Ethanol Fuel Push May Worsen Water Crisis: 10,000 Litres Needed Per Litre
India’s push to blend ethanol with petrol, promoted as a clean energy transition, is now raising serious concerns over its impact on the country’s already stressed water resources. At the centre of the issue are water-intensive crops such as sugarcane, maize, and rice, which are increasingly being used as raw materials for ethanol production. Experts
