NTPC's Push for Renewable Energy: The Power of Pumped Storage Projects

NTPC Group is advancing 20 GW of pumped storage projects across India, targeting 3-5 GW completion by FY32. THDC India commissioned a 1,000 MW project at Tehri. These developments fortify India's renewable infrastructure, essential for energy security. Preliminary reports for more projects are prepared, signaling increased energy storage solutions.

NTPC Group is making significant strides in renewable energy with its ambitious pumped storage projects totaling 20 GW capacity at various sites across the nation.

The company has outlined plans to bring 3-5 GW of these projects online by the fiscal year 2031-32, according to a senior company official.

Notably, THDC India, a subsidiary of NTPC, successfully launched a 1,000 MW pumped storage project at Tehri, Uttarakhand, with the first unit operational this month. These projects provide critical infrastructure for India's renewable energy goals, offering over 40 years of operational life and contributing significantly to the country's energy security and climate objectives. NTPC's portfolio sees expansion with completed feasibility and detailed project reports for additional projects.