NTPC invites global expression of interest for hydrogen fuel cell based pilot projects

NTPC invites global expression of interest for hydrogen fuel cell based pilot projects
PTI
Share
Font Size
Save
Comment
Synopsis

The power PSU is exploring the use of hydrogen-based fuel cells-electrolyser systems for backup power requirement. Currently, the backup power requirement and micro grid applications are being met from diesel-based power generators.

Reuters
A new hydrogen fuel cell truck made by Hyundai is pictured at the Swiss Museum of Transport in Luzern, Switzerland October 7, 2020 (Representative image)
State-run power giant has floated a global expression of interest (EoI) for setting up hydrogen fuel-based power backup system and a standalone fuel-cell based microgrid system, a statement said on Sunday.

Through these projects, NTPC is looking to further strengthen its footprint in green and clean fuel, the company said.

NTPC will collaborate for implementation and further commercialization of the projects. This is in line with NTPC's initiatives towards adopting hydrogen technologies.

The power PSU is exploring the use of hydrogen-based fuel cells-electrolyser systems for backup power requirement. Currently, the backup power requirement and micro grid applications are being met from diesel-based power generators.

Looking at these as early adopter use case of hydrogen based technologies, NTPC is working towards creating solutions which are a green alternative to diesel generators.

Read More News on

(Catch all the Business News, Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.)

Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily Market Updates & Live Business News.

New on
Get In-depth Reports on 4,000+ Stocks, updated daily
Make Investment decisions
with proprietary stock scores on earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum
Find new Trading ideas
with weekly updated scores and analysts forecasts on key data points
In-Depth analysis
of company and its peers through independent research, ratings, and market data
Read before you invest. Insights on NTPC Ltd.. Explore Now