NTPC NETRA to Set Up Plasma Gasification Green Hydrogen Plant in Greater Noida

In an effort to consolidate its footprint in the green energy space, NTPC’s R&D wing NETRA will set up a Plasma Gasification–based Green Hydrogen Plant on its campus at Greater Noida. The plant is designed to produce 1 tonne of green hydrogen per day, reflecting NTPC’s commitment towards sustainability. The Advanced Plasma Gasification technology will convert waste into tar-free syngas, which will be further processed to produce hydrogen using PSA/Membrane Technology, according to a Press release.

This project will be implemented at NETRA campus and will utilize MSW-RDF and agricultural waste as feedstock. NTPC Ltd. is contributing one-fourth of India’s power requirements and has an installed capacity of 85 GW+, with an additional capacity of 30.90 GW under construction, including 13.3 GW of renewable energy capacity. The company is committed to achieve 149 GW by 2032, that includes 60 GW renewable energy capacity and 244 GW by 2037.

With a diverse portfolio of thermal, hydro, gas, solar and wind power plants, NTPC is dedicated to delivering reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity to the nation. The company is committed to adopting best practices, fostering innovation and embracing clean energy technologies for a greener future. Along with power generation, NTPC has ventured into various new business areas, including e-mobility, battery storage, pumped hydro storage, waste-to-energy, nuclear power and green hydrogen solutions, said the release.