en.Wedoany.com Reported - Goa has drafted its first-ever policy aimed at converting waste cooking oil into biodiesel to reduce dependence on imported fuel and promote clean energy. According to The Times of India, the state has generated approximately 900,000 kg of waste cooking oil over the past four and a half years, most of which was previously exported to Australia for biodiesel production.

The new policy proposes establishing a dedicated processing plant in Goa and setting strict guidelines for the safe collection, storage, and disposal of waste cooking oil. Its goal is to prevent recycled oil from re-entering the food chain—a practice linked to serious health risks—and instead channel it toward sustainable fuel production.

This initiative aligns with India's nationwide Repurpose Used Cooking Oil (RUCO) program, which aims to promote the structured collection and recycling of waste cooking oil.

Goa's draft policy also outlines incentives, penalties, and an aggregator-led supply chain to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Several state-level agencies, including the Goa Energy Development Authority and the Pollution Control Board, will play a key role in implementation. By adopting biodiesel derived from waste cooking oil—classified as a second-generation feedstock—the state aims to strengthen the circular economy, reduce environmental damage, and enhance its reputation as a sustainable tourism destination.

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