India becomes first country to commercially produce bio-bitumen
- IBEF
- January 8, 2026
The news has confirmed that India is now commercially producing bio-bitumen for use as an alternative to traditional asphalt in the construction of roadways. By utilising agricultural waste and organic waste products, the bio-bitumen has been developed from materials that were previously discarded. This initiative supports India’s commitment to increasing the use of sustainable building materials and creating a circular economic model that will eliminate reliance on fossil fuels while reducing carbon emissions related to road construction.
The study emphasised that bio-bitumen had achieved successful evaluations concerning its performance and durability; consequently, bio-bitumen will now be used in the construction of roads. It is anticipated that this innovation will result in increased cost-effectiveness, enhanced environmental conditions, and the ability to value-add to agricultural waste streams. As such, the introduction of bio-bitumen supports numerous national programmes associated with Green Infrastructure, Waste to Wealth initiatives, and Sustainable Mobility. The acceptance of bio-bitumen as a commercial product in India demonstrates India’s role as a leader in the sustainable infrastructure innovation landscape and as an advocate for the advancement of environmentally responsible economic growth.
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