NTPC Ltd.

NTPC has commenced drilling for the India's first-ever CO2 Injection Borewell at its Pakri Barwadih Coal Mine, Jharkhand. This pioneering move, led by the company's R&D arm, NETRA (NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance), is a decisive step toward fulfilling India’s Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) roadmap and its Net-Zero commitment by 2070.

The CO2 borewell is being drilled to an around depth of 1,200 meters. Its primary purpose is to secure crucial geological and reservoir data required for establishing a safe and effective CO2 storage process. This includes extensive core, methane, and water sampling, alongside seismic monitoring and detailed simulation studies to assess the rock formations' ability to permanently store carbon dioxide.

This first-of-its-kind project is a critical component of NTPC’s broader Carbon Capture, Utilization & Storage (CCUS) program. The initiative aims to rapidly develop indigenous CCS capability tailored specifically for deployment across India’s vast power and industrial sectors, solidifying NTPC's leadership in sustainable energy solutions.

NTPC is the largest power utility company in India and has presence in Coal, Gas, Solar PV, Hydro and Wind Power Generation and Coal Mining.