CSIR-CIMFR launches two-day workshop on Challenges and Opportunities in Coal Gasification - “CARING-2024”

Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CSIR-CIMFR) has commenced its two-day workshop “CARING-2024” focusing on challenges and opportunities in coal gasification. The workshop to be held on 26-27 June, 2024 at CSIR-CIMFR Digwadih Campus will bring together industry leaders, researchers, policy makers and stakeholders to explore the complexities and prospects of gasification technology.

The workshop is being attended by more than 75 participants from various organizations including Coal India Limited (CIL), Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Jindal Steel and Power Limited (JSPL) Angul, Hindalco Industries, Thermax and others from across the country. With such huge participation, the workshop is going to be a landmark event in the field of gasification.

The workshop began with a formal inaugural ceremony in which Dr. Arvind Kumar Mishra, Director, CSIR-CIMFR delivered the welcome address. In his address, Dr Mishra emphasized the importance of coal in the global energy mix and highlighted the potential of gasification for production of various value added products such as methanol, chemicals, fertilizers (including ammonium nitrate) and liquid fuels.

Dr Prakash D Chavan, Head, Gasification, CSIR-CIMFR outlined the objectives of the workshop and its relevance to the industry. He emphasized the critical role of gasification in advancing sustainable energy solutions and promoting industrial growth.

Chief Guest of the workshop Anandji Prasad, Project Advisor, Ministry of Coal delivered an informative inaugural address. He discussed the significant potential of gasification in India’s energy landscape and highlighted the allocation of Rs 8500 crore by the Government to encourage implementation of gasification projects. Prasad underlined the importance of gasification technology in achieving India’s energy goals and enhancing energy security. He emphasized the focus of Ministry of Coal on gasification and creating an ecosystem to realise the target of 100 MT coal gasification by 2030.

This workshop under CSIR One Week One Theme – Energy and Energy Equipment programme aims to promote collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing among the participants. It provides a platform for stakeholders to discuss progress, address challenges and explore opportunities in gasification technology, ultimately contributing to India’s energy security and sustainability.