NTPC and Chempolis to conduct a feasibility study for the production of 2G Ethanol and Bio-Coal from bamboo
NTPC, India’s largest power generating utility, and Chempolis India, a leading Finnish Bio-Refining technology provider, have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the feasibility of setting up a Bamboo Based Bio-Refinery in Bongaigaon.
The MoU was signed on April 10, 2023, and the proposed Bio-Refinery will utilize bamboo for the production of 2G Ethanol, Bio-Coal for thermal power plants, and other value-added products.
Under this MoU, NTPC will collaborate with Chempolis to conduct the feasibility study for the project. The Bio-Refinery is planned as an integration project with NTPC Bongaigaon Power Plant, where all utility requirements such as steam, power, etc., shall be supplied from the power plant.
The Bio-Coal produced by the Bio-Refinery shall partly replace coal in the power plant, effectively converting 5% of the power plant’s generation to green. The project aligns with NTPC’s commitment to sustainable development and creating new opportunities for local communities.
M/s EIL is the Project Consultant for NTPC for the preparation of the Detailed Project Report. The proposed Bio-Refinery will support NTPC’s decarbonization efforts, create job opportunities, and build a sustainable model by promoting the use of locally available resources.
The MoU was signed in the presence of Shri Dillip Kumar Patel, Director (HR) NTPC, Shri Ashok Kumar Kalra, Director (HR) EIL, and Mr Markus Alholm, President & CEO Chempolis.