NTPC and GGL's Green Hydrogen Blending Initiative at NTPC Kawas
Key Ideas
- NTPC and GGL have signed an agreement to blend green hydrogen into the Piped Natural Gas network at NTPC Kawas, a pioneering effort in India.
- The green hydrogen will be produced using electricity from NTPC Kawas' existing 1 MW floating solar energy project.
- Initially, the percentage of hydrogen blending in PNG will be around 5%, with plans to increase it further after successful implementation.
- This initiative is a significant step towards decarbonizing the cooking sector and achieving energy self-sufficiency for the nation.
NTPC, a leading power utility in India with an installed capacity of 69 GW and a diversified fuel mix, is focusing on achieving 60 GW of Renewable Energy (RE) within a decade. The NTPC group is actively working on several pilot projects in the green hydrogen space. In a groundbreaking move, NTPC has partnered with GGL (Gujarat Gas Limited) to introduce green hydrogen blending in the Piped Natural Gas (PNG) network at NTPC Kawas. The agreement was formalized in the presence of key executives from both companies. Green hydrogen, generated using electricity from NTPC Kawas' solar project, will be mixed with PNG in a predetermined ratio for cooking applications in NTPC Kawas Township. Initially set at 5%, the hydrogen blending percentage will be increased following a successful trial period. GGL, India's largest City Gas Distribution (CGD) company, operates in 43 districts across 6 states and 1 union territory. This collaborative effort marks a significant milestone in India's journey towards decarbonization and energy sustainability.