In a significant step toward advancing clean energy solutions, NTPC Ltd., India's largest integrated power utility, has recently entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Engineers India Limited (EIL). This strategic partnership enables NTPC's Research and Development center, NETRA, to engage in collaborative projects spanning various areas, including Carbon Capture Utilization & Storage (CCUS), Green Fuel, Green Chemicals like Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia, Green Fertilizers, Bio-Fuels, Decarbonization, Waste Handling, Water and Ash management, and more. These collective efforts contribute to India's transition to clean energy.
The MoA was officially signed by Shri U K Bhattacharya, Director (Projects) of NTPC Ltd., and Shri Atul Gupta, Director (Commercial) of EIL. This significant event was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Shri Jaikumar Srinivasan, Director (Finance) of NTPC, Shri Rajiv Agarwal, Director (Technical) of EIL, and other senior officials from both NTPC and EIL.
NTPC Ltd., a prominent player in India's energy sector, plays a crucial role in meeting a quarter of the country's power needs. With an extensive installed capacity of over 73 GW across a diverse portfolio encompassing thermal, hydro, solar, and wind power plants, NTPC is resolute in its mission to provide reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable electricity. The organization is committed to adopting state-of-the-art practices, fostering innovation, and embracing clean energy technologies to pave the way for a more environmentally friendly future. The NTPC Group has ambitious plans to achieve 60 GW of Renewable Energy (RE) capacity by 2032, and they are actively championing initiatives focused on decarbonization, including projects related to Hydrogen blending, Carbon Capture, and Fuel cell buses, among others. This latest collaboration with EIL underscores NTPC's dedication to guiding India towards a greener and more sustainable energy landscape.
