India Launches NTPC Green Hydrogen Hub Project for Sustainable Energy Future
Key Ideas
- The NTPC Green Energy Limited Green Hydrogen Hub Project in Visakhapatnam involves a ₹1,85,000 Crore investment and 20 GW of renewable energy capacity.
- The project aims to be one of India's largest green hydrogen production facilities, producing 1,500 tons of green hydrogen per day and green hydrogen derivatives for export.
- Spanning 1,600 acres, the project includes various infrastructure components like a green chemical zone, manufacturing units, and a desalination plant, set to be completed by 2032.
- Expected to create over 57,000 jobs, boost the local economy, and support India's goal of 500 GW non-fossil energy capacity by 2030, the initiative reinforces India's green energy leadership and commitment to decarbonization.
The Government of India is embarking on a significant green energy and sustainability journey with the launch of the NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) Green Hydrogen Hub Project in Pudimadaka, near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Scheduled for 8th January, the foundation stone for India's first Green Hydrogen Hub under the National Green Hydrogen Mission will be laid by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. This pioneering project comes with an impressive investment of approximately ₹1,85,000 Crore and includes 20 GW of renewable energy capacity. The hub will emerge as one of the country's largest green hydrogen production facilities, capable of generating 1,500 tons of green hydrogen daily along with 7,500 tons of green hydrogen derivatives such as green methanol, green urea, and sustainable aviation fuel, primarily for export. Spanning 1,600 acres, the project's infrastructure will encompass a green chemical zone, manufacturing units, chemical storage facilities, port infrastructure, a transmission corridor, a 7 GW substation, an 80 MLD desalination plant, and an effluent treatment plant, with the entire setup slated for completion by 2032. The initiative is projected to create more than 57,000 job opportunities, energize the local economy, and position Andhra Pradesh as a key global player in green energy. Furthermore, it will significantly aid India in achieving its target of 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030, drive decarbonization across industries, and reinforce the nation's commitment to Net Zero emissions.
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