# REI 2026 to unlock Rs 2,800 cr bioenergy investment

> REI 2026 will attract 70,000 global participants to unlock Rs 2,800 crore in bioenergy investment through the GOBARdhan scheme.
- Title: REI 2026 to unlock Rs 2,800 cr bioenergy investment | Shortify
- Summary: REI 2026 will attract 70,000 global participants to unlock Rs 2,800 crore in bioenergy investment through the GOBARdhan scheme. The Renewable Energy India…
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- Source: The Economic Times — https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/renewables/renewable-energy-india-expo-2026-to-unlock-rs-2800-cr-investment-in-bioenergy-sector-iba/articleshow/134515909.cms
- Author: PTI
- Published: 2026-09-27T06:38:00+00:00
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- Topics: renewable energy india expo 2026, renewable energy india, renewable energy sector, go bardhan scheme, bioenergy, cbg production, india renewables
## REI 2026 investment target
The Indian Biogas Association says the Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 will unlock over Rs 2,800 crore in fresh investment for India's bioenergy sector.
## GOBARdhan scheme activation
The Union Cabinet approved the Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan National Bioenergy Scheme in August 2026, effective September 1, 2026.
## REI 2026 dates and location
REI 2026 runs from October 22 to 24, 2026, at the India Expo Mart & Centre in Greater Noida.
## Investment pipeline
The Rs 2,800 crore investment represents 12 per cent of the Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme outlay.
## Bio-Energy Pavilion expansion
This year's Bio-Energy Pavilion features 35 per cent more exhibitors than 2025 with strong global participation from technology leaders and policy-makers.
## GOBARdhan scheme impact
The scheme aims to increase domestic CBG production tenfold, mobilise private investment, and create a circular bioeconomy by 2035-36.
## Key takeaway

The Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 is expected to generate Rs 2,800 crore in bioenergy investment by leveraging the GOBARdhan scheme's pricing support and capital assistance.