Hon’ble Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurated NTPC’s 3.7 MW solar plant, a first-of-its-kind solar–hydrogen project at Chushul, Ladakh. Despite the challenging and high-altitude terrain, the project has been commissioned in a record eight months’ time.
The solar-hydrogen-based microgrid will replace diesel generator sets currently used at remote Army locations, reducing carbon emissions and supporting a cleaner and more reliable energy system for the region. By enabling local production and utilization of green energy, the project will eliminate the need for fuel transportation from the plains, enhancing energy security and reducing logistical challenges. Every three units of power generated will avoid carrying one liter of diesel to these remote Himalayan posts.
NTPC has designed a stand-alone microgrid using hydrogen as the storage medium to supply 200 kW of power at any time of the day, throughout the year. Located at an altitude of 4,500 meters with winter temperatures dipping to –40°C, this is the world’s most unique project of its kind. Once fully operational, it is expected to mark a major step towards decarbonizing the defense sector in high-altitude regions.
NTPC Ltd. is contributing one-fourth of India’s power requirements and has an installed capacity of 84,849 MW, with an additional capacity of 30.90 GW under construction, including 13.3 GW of renewable energy capacity. The company is committed to achieving 60 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2032, strengthening India’s Net Zero goals.
With a diverse portfolio of thermal, hydro, 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.
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