Surat: A pilot project in Surat, initiated by NTPC, to blend hydrogen with piped natural gas (PNG) for cooking purposes, has achieved significant success. Initially starting with a 5% hydrogen mix in 2023, the project has now successfully increased the blend to 8%.

This groundbreaking project, the first of its kind in India, aims to gradually increase the proportion of hydrogen in the cooking gas supply. The success of the 5% blend has paved the way for the current 8% mix, with plans to further increase the hydrogen content in the future.

The initiative is a collaborative effort between NTPC and Gujarat Gas, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). By increasing the hydrogen blend, the project seeks to reduce the reliance on imported natural gas, ultimately benefiting consumers.

NTPC, a major player in India’s energy sector, has a total installed capacity of 77,461.5 megawatts, with an additional 15,200 megawatts under construction. The NTPC Kawas station alone has a production capacity of 656.2 megawatts, supplemented by a 56-megawatt solar plant.

In line with its commitment to sustainable energy, NTPC has set a target to generate 130 gigawatts of electricity by 2032, with 30% coming from renewable energy sources.

The successful implementation of this hydrogen blending project in Surat marks a significant step towards cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions in India.