11 Mar 2024
India's energy giant, NTPC, has signed a landmark agreement with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam (RVUNL) to boost the state's power sector with a focus on both clean energy and efficient fossil fuel use.
The Supercharged Deal:
Chhabra Thermal Power Plant Upgrade: NTPC will explore adding cutting-edge supercritical units to the existing Chhabra Thermal Power Plant. These advanced units are known for their cleaner and more cost-effective power generation.
Revamping Old Thermal Units: The agreement also includes a plan to modernize RVUNL's existing thermal units, making them more efficient and reducing electricity generation costs.
Going Green with NGEL:
NTPC's renewable energy arm, NGEL, has joined the party with a separate MoU with RVUNL. This exciting partnership aims to:
Develop massive renewable energy projects with a capacity of up to a whopping 25 GW in Rajasthan!
Push the frontiers of green hydrogen by establishing production facilities for up to 1 million tonnes of this clean fuel.
A Powerful Alliance for a Greener Future:
This collaboration between NTPC, NGEL, and RVUNL signifies a major step towards a more sustainable and secure energy future for Rajasthan. By combining efficient thermal power with large-scale renewable energy and clean hydrogen production, this agreement paves the way for a brighter, cleaner tomorrow.