Adani Total Gas Ltd (ATGL), a collaboration between the Adani Group and TotalEnergies, announced the commencement of a green hydrogen production and blending pilot project on Tuesday.
As part of this initiative, ATGL will leverage cutting-edge technologies to blend green hydrogen (GH2) with natural gas, catering to over 4,000 residential and commercial customers in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Green hydrogen is produced through the electrolysis of water using electricity generated from renewable sources. While hydrogen blending maintains the heating capabilities of gas, it is less carbon-intensive than traditional gas burning.
The project, anticipated to be commissioned by the fiscal year 2024-25, aims to gradually increase the percentage of green hydrogen in the blend, reaching up to 8 percent or more, subject to regulatory approvals.
Following the successful completion of the pilot, the hydrogen-blended fuel will be incrementally supplied to broader sections of the city and other license areas of AGTL. Studies suggest that an 8 percent hydrogen blend can potentially reduce emissions by up to 4 percent.
ATGL expressed its intent to collaborate with various stakeholders, including regulatory authorities, to share insights gained from the pilot. The objective is to foster the development of an ecosystem for hydrogen blending in city gas distribution in India. This collaboration aims to enhance understanding of operational aspects and assess the compatibility of blended fuel with existing infrastructure.
Suresh P Manglani, Executive Director and CEO of Adani Total Gas Ltd., emphasized the company’s commitment to building an environmentally sustainable operation. He stated, “This project will reduce our carbon footprint, and by investing in such innovative projects, we are actively contributing to the evolution of the industry and driving progress in sustainable energy solutions.” Manglani also highlighted the project’s role in supporting India’s goal of achieving energy independence by 2047.
