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| Biofuels in India: Setting new Paradigms |
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Biofuels in India have immense potential in positively contributing to the overall energy security of the country and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. To promote this emerging renewable energy option and to address the larger environmental and social impacts of adopting the biofuels technology, Winrock International India (WII) organizes an International Conference on Biofuels every year. The conference brings together, from across the world, some of the most respected and renowned names in the industry, and has established itself as a vibrant platform for stakeholder interactions on the subject. The sixth in this series of conferences is scheduled to be held on March 4-5, 2009, at Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi.
The 6th International Biofuels Conference will deliberate on some of the most relevant and contentious issues facing the biofuels movement. The conference is designed to provide in-depth information about the local and global potential of this sector, to facilitate debate on the concerns raised, and proposes to examine new developments in the biofuels industry.
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| Register as a delegate |
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Register as a delegate early and avail fabulous benefits and discounts. Write to us for the delegate application form or download it from our website www.winrockindia.org. You can also register online, for the conference.
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Register before October 15, 2008, and avail a discount of 10% on the delegate fees.
Register more than three people from your organization and avail a discount of 10% on the total amount. |
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Delegates who register before November 2008 will have their names and affiliations printed in the Conference Proceedings. |
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Delegate Fee: Rs 7000 / USD 250 |
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50% discount for full-time bonafide students |
Copy of ID Card to be sent with the registration form) |
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| Themes to be addressed |
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- Biofuels Policy – the road ahead, in India and other countries
- Next Generation Biofuels
- International Perspectives
- Technology, by-products and value addition
- Food vs Fuel debate: The case for India
- Evolution of biofuels in different states of India
- Other issues relevant to the current context |
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Why you should attend |
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- A deeper understanding of the biofuels industry, its key players and its pitfalls
- Knowledge about issues related to the biofuels sector
- Exposure to new ideas and technologies
- Understanding the regulatory framework, challenges, barriers and socio-economic factors
- Networking opportunities with specialists
- Catalyzing new business opportunities |
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| Who should participate? |
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If you are associated with the biofuels industry or have an interest in knowing about the biofuels sector, this is an event you must not miss. With presentations and case studies from India and abroad, you will find your doubts and queries addressed by leaders from the biofuels industry, who will also share their insights and experiences. The conference will, therefore, be important for: |
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- Financing and banking institutions; project & finance managers
- Technology suppliers and manufacturers
- Central and state governments and related departments/organizations
- Petroleum, alcohol, chemical and petrochemical, sugar and oil-seed processing industries
- Academic and R&D organizations
- Automotive and engine OEMs
- Agriculture sector
- Consultants, management advisors, entrepreneurs
- NGOs, Self Help Groups and micro-finance institutions |
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Sponsorship opportunities and benefits |
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Sponsoring the 6th International Biofuels Conference will provide an excellent opportunity to be an integral part of the biofuels movement. It is an opportunity to express support for the environment and the growing biofuels industry while effectively marketing your company’s products and services and building brand value. |
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Benefits |
Diamond Sponsor
(Rs 6 Lakh)
(USD 16,000) |
Gold Sponsor
(Rs 4 Lakh)
(USD 10,000) |
Silver Sponsor
(Rs 2 Lakh)
(USD 5,000) |
| Complimentary registrations |
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| Advertisement in the Conference Proceedings |
Full page colour |
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| Acknowledgement in conference brochure and website, with link to company’s website |
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| Company’s banner/
panel placed prominently
at the venue |
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| Side wings of the
backdrop at the venue |
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| Company profile in the Conference kit |
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| Special reserved seating and sponsor badges for company representatives |
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| Opportunity to present at the inaugural or
concluding session |
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| Opportunity to nominate
a speaker for any one
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| Audio-visual of the
corporate’s CSR initiative presented at
the conference venue |
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| Besides these, a number of other sponsorship opportunities are also available. Please contact us for further details. |
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| Call for papers |
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| Original papers in English are invited on themes related to the ones mentioned. The papers should pertain to case studies, R&D, development work, policy considerations and other topics relevant to the theme of the conference. A selection panel will review the papers. Inclusion of papers will be based upon the novelty value of information, originality, innovativeness and relevance. Selected papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings. |
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| Deadlines: |
| September 15, 2008 |
: Submission of abstracts |
| October 15, 2008 |
: Notification of acceptance |
| December 31, 2008 |
: Submission of full papers |
| January 31, 2009 |
: Submission of presentations |
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| Abstract Format : Abstract length should not be more than 250 words. The font size should be 10-point with single-line spacing. |
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| Advertising opportunities |
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The proceedings of the conference will be printed prior to the conference and will be available at the conference venue. The proceedings, with a rich repository of information, would be an important document for all the industries, institutions, government bodies, NGOs and individuals related to the biofuels sector. Advertisement opportunities, in the Conference Proceedings, are available at the following rates. |
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| Back cover (four colour) |
: Rs. 80,000/- |
| Front inside cover (four colour) |
: Rs. 70,000/- |
| Back inside cover (four colour) |
: Rs. 65,000/- |
| Inside pages (four colour) |
: Rs. 40,000/- |
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Exhibit your products |
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| The conference offers a unique opportunity to exhibit your products, equipments and services to professionals from a cross section of industry and institutions, especially those related to the dynamic and growing biofuels sector. |
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Stall size: 3 m x 3 m — Rs. 100,000 or USD 2,500 |
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| Supporters of our earlier conferences |
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| The Annual International Biofuels Conference has, over the years, received tremendous support from a diverse range of people and corporations, including Government ministries, corporations, public sector enterprises etc., covering all organizations associated with the biofuels industry. Some of our supporters have been: |
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- Alfa Laval India Ltd.
- All India Distillers’ Association
- BASF India Ltd.
- Canadian High CommissionDegussa India Pvt. Ltd.
- Department of Science and Technology
- De Smet Chemfood Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
- GMR Industries Ltd.
- IKF Technologies Ltd.
- India Canada Environment Facility
- Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd.
- Indian Sugar Exim Corporation
- Indian Sugar Mills Association
- Industrial Credit & Investment Corporation of India Ltd.
- Lurgi India Company Pvt. Ltd.
- Lubrizol India Ltd.
- Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
- Ministry of Rural Development
- Mitsui & Co. Ltd.
- National Bank for Agriculture & Rural Development
- National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories Ltd.
- National Oilseeds and Vegetable Oils Development Board
- Petroleum Conservation Research Association
- Praj Industries Ltd.
- Sugar Technologists’ Association of India
- Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation
- Technology Development Board, Ministry of Science & Technology
- United States Agency for International Development
- Uttaranchal Biodiesel Ltd.
- Uttarakhand Biofuel Board |
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Conference Co-Convenors |
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Urvashi Dogra
Email: urvashi@winrockindia.org
Tel: +91-124-430-3872
Mobile: +91-9810366803
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Arvind Reddy
Email: arvind@winrockindia.org
Tel: +91-124-430 3807
Mobile: +91-9818394334 |
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For more information on the conference and delegate registration, please contact: |
Kanika Pal at kanika@winrockindia.org |
| Tel: +91-124-430 3874; Mobile: +91 9999921513 |
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Sasi M at sasi@winrockindia.org
Tel: +91-124-430 3877; Mobile: +91 9910201677 |
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Winrock International India |
788, Udyog Vihar, Phase V, Gurgaon
Haryana - 122 001
Tel: +91-124-430 3868/66
Fax: +91-124-430 3862 |
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For online registration visit: |
www.winrockindia.org |
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3rd Annual African Biofuels
10-13 March 2008, Vodaworld, Midrand, South Africa
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