Hi-Tech Pipes Expands Renewable Energy Capacity with Green Hydrogen Projects
Key Ideas
- Hi-Tech Pipes plans to reach 13.5 MW of renewable energy capacity for captive usage by December 2024, with 30% from green power.
- The company is investing in solar power installations, aiming to have 8.5 MW already installed and an additional 5 MW in progress.
- An MoU with a leading renewable energy supplier highlights Hi-Tech Pipes' commitment to green hydrogen projects, leveraging their partner's strong EPC and R&D capabilities.
- The company operates multiple manufacturing facilities across India, producing various steel products, solar mounting structures, and more.
Hi-Tech Pipes, a steel pipes maker based in New Delhi, is focused on expanding its renewable energy capacity, aiming to achieve 13.5 MW by the end of 2024. The company currently has 8.5 MW of installed solar power capacity and is in the process of adding another 5 MW. This investment in solar power is estimated to range between Rs 5-7 crore per MW, including land costs. Once completed, the green power sourcing is expected to cover 30% of the company's total power needs. Additionally, Hi-Tech Pipes signed an MoU with a prominent renewable energy supplier to collaborate on green hydrogen projects, highlighting the company's commitment to sustainability and innovation. The supplier brings expertise in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) and strong R&D capabilities in green hydrogen technology. Operating multiple manufacturing facilities in various Indian cities, including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra, Hi-Tech Pipes produces a wide range of steel products, such as steel pipes, hollow sections, and cold rolled coils, along with solar mounting structures and other galvanized items.