India’s First Green Hydrogen Blending Operation: NTPC Leads

NTPC established green hydrogen blending in PNG network with the help of GGL; plans to blend 20% of green hydrogen soon

Here’s an article posted in Business Standard that talks about India’s first blending operation by NTPC.

According to the article,

• NTPC Limited has initiated India’s first green hydrogen blending operation in the piped natural gas (PNG) network of its township in Kawas, Surat.
• The company has successfully blended 2% of green hydrogen with the PNG network in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
• Green hydrogen is produced using renewable energy sources and is a clean, sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.

This green hydrogen blending project initiated by NTPC and Gujarat Gas Limited (GGL) will have a significant impact on India in several ways:

1. Reducing Carbon Emissions:
   • The blending of green hydrogen with natural gas in the piped natural gas (PNG) network will reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, helping India meet its climate goals.
   • The net heating content of the gas remains the same, allowing for a seamless transition to cleaner energy.
2. Advancing the Hydrogen Economy:
   • This project marks India’s first attempt at blending green hydrogen with natural gas, putting the country at the “center stage of the global hydrogen economy”.
   • It demonstrates India’s capability to produce and utilize green hydrogen, a key fuel for the future.
3. Reducing Hydrocarbon Imports:
   • By producing green hydrogen domestically, India can significantly reduce its dependence on hydrocarbon imports, improving energy security.
4. Potential for Exports:
   • India can leverage this project to become a exporter of green hydrogen and green chemicals to the global market, earning valuable foreign exchange.
5. Raising Awareness:
   • NTPC Kawas held awareness workshops for township residents to educate them about the new green hydrogen blending technology.
   • This helps build public understanding and acceptance of the transition to cleaner energy sources.

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