GAIL Launches First Green Hydrogen Plant for Clean, Sustainable Energy

Green Hydrogen Plant based on 4.3 TPD PEM Electrolyzer as a pilot project.

Vijaipur (Madhya Pradesh), May 24, 2024

State owned, GAIL (India) Limited, a leading natural gas storage and distribution company, has taken a significant step towards clean energy by installing its first Green Hydrogen Plant at GAIL Vijaipur in Madhya Pradesh. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Shri Pankaj Jain, along with other senior officials.

Key Details:

• Plant Location: GAIL Vijaipur, Madhya Pradesh
• Capacity: 4.3 Tons Per Day (TPD) of Hydrogen
• Technology: Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Electrolyzer
• Electrolyzer capacity: 10 MW
• Hydrogen Purity: 99.999% (by volume)
• Operating Pressure: 30 Kg/cm²

Green Hydrogen Production Process:

1. Electrolysis of Water: The green hydrogen plant utilizes 10 MW PEM Electrolyzer units to split water into hydrogen and oxygen using renewable power. This process ensures that the hydrogen produced is clean and sustainable.
2. Fuel Usage: Initially, the hydrogen generated will be used alongside natural gas for own captive purposes within the existing processes and equipment at the Vijaipur plant. This integration demonstrates the feasibility of blending hydrogen with conventional fuels.
3. Retail Dispensing: GAIL plans to dispense the green hydrogen to retail customers in nearby areas. The high-pressure cascades will facilitate safe transportation of hydrogen.

Solar Power Integration

In addition to the electrolyzer-based hydrogen production, GAIL is committed to sourcing renewable power. To meet the energy requirements of the 10 MW PEM Electrolyzer, the company is setting up approximately 20 MW of solar power plants at Vijaipur. These solar installations, both ground-mounted and floating, will contribute to the overall green energy ecosystem.

National Green Hydrogen Mission:

GAIL’s initiative aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which aims to promote hydrogen as a clean and versatile energy carrier. The mission targets setting up at least 5 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) per annum of green hydrogen capacity by 2030, in India.

By setting up this Green Hydrogen Plant and green hydrogen technology, GAIL is contributing to India’s transition towards a sustainable energy future.

Source: GAIL Press News

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