India Unveils Ethanol-Water Stove Technology as Alternative to LPG
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari introduced an indigenous ethanol-based stove technology that mixes ethanol with water to produce cooking flames, aiming to offer a cheaper and cleaner alternative to LPG. Scientific analysis indicates that ethanol concentrations around 7% are critical for combustion, though commercial ethanol stoves typically use much higher concentrations for stable flames. This initiative aligns with India's broader biofuel expansion and efforts to reduce fossil fuel imports and pollution.