This technology provides a sustainable solution for managing pine needles in the mid-Himalayan region by converting them into high-calorific fuel briquettes. The briquetting machine, with a 1-ton/day capacity, provides a viable substitute for coal while generating rural livelihoods through community-based operations and promoting forest fire mitigation. Support includes establishing supply chains and industry linkages.

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Contact UsPankaj Kumar Arya CSIR Indian Institute of Petroleum, P.O. Mohkampur, Haridwar Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand -248005 Email: pkarya[at]iip[dot]res[dot]in |