India's First Green Hydrogen Blending Project: NTPC and GGL

NTPC, GGL initiate India’s first green hydrogen blending project in Surat’s Kawas township, with green hydrogen produced locally.

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NTPC, India’s largest power generator, has commissioned the country’s first green hydrogen blending project in collaboration with Gujarat Gas Limited (GGL).
The project involves blending green hydrogen in the piped natural gas (PNG) network of NTPC Kawas township, Surat, marking a significant milestone in India’s energy landscape.

Here are the main benefits of blending green hydrogen with natural gas:

Reduced carbon emissions: Blending green hydrogen, which is produced using renewable energy, with natural gas can lower the overall carbon footprint of the fuel mix. Studies have shown that a 20% hydrogen blend can reduce emissions by up to 7%.
Utilizing existing infrastructure: By blending hydrogen into the natural gas network, the vast existing pipeline infrastructure can be leveraged, reducing the need for costly new dedicated hydrogen pipelines. This makes the process more cost-effective, especially for long-distance transportation.
Potential cost savings: In India, NTPC found that blending up to 10% green hydrogen with piped natural gas (PNG) can be very economical compared to using LPG. For a 5% blend, the benefit was estimated at Rs 63.95 per month per household, and for a 10% blend it was Rs 5.77 per month.
Enhancing energy security: By blending domestically produced green hydrogen, countries like China can reduce their reliance on imported natural gas and move towards greater energy self-sufficiency.

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