NTPC Green Energy Ltd. is set to build India’s largest green hydrogen hub in Pudimadaka, Andhra Pradesh, with operations projected to commence within the next three years.
Massive Facility Spanning 1,200 Acres
The project covers 1,200 acres, of which 600 acres are earmarked for constructing a state-of-the-art green hydrogen production plant.
The facility will produce 1,100 tonnes of green hydrogen daily, amounting to approximately half a million tonnes annually.
Focus on Green Hydrogen and Derivatives
In addition to green hydrogen, the hub will manufacture derivatives like green ammonia, green methanol, and sustainable aviation fuel.
NTPC Green Energy Ltd. CEO Rajiv Gupta emphasized the company’s dual focus on meeting domestic demand and catering to export markets, particularly the European Union and Southeast Asia.
Industrial Hub for Manufacturing and Infrastructure
The remaining 600 acres will support industrial development.
Around 300 acres will be dedicated to plug-and-play facilities for manufacturing electrolysers, solar PV modules, battery energy storage systems, and fuel cells.
Another 200 acres will house common infrastructure such as effluent treatment and sewage treatment plants.
Green Hydrogen Production Timeline
While the hub’s core facilities will be ready in three years, green hydrogen production may take five to six years to commence.
Gupta noted that establishing a green hydrogen ecosystem requires significant time and investment.
Tackling High Costs of Green Hydrogen
Currently, producing green hydrogen costs between $4.10 and $7 per kilogram. For the industry to become economically viable, costs must drop below $3 per kilogram, according to industry experts.
Investment Plans
NTPC Green Energy is also planning to raise ₹10,000 crore through an initial public offering (IPO) to support thr ambitious project and its future expansion plans.
As reported by ndtvprofit.com, the development positions India as a key player in the global green hydrogen market while supporting sustainable energy goals.
