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Ministry of Power Sets Benchmark Price for Biomass Pellets in NCR

The Ministry of Power has set a benchmark price for biomass pellets in the National Capital Region (NCR) at INR 2.32 per 1000 kcal, effective September 1, 2023, to promote biomass co-firing and reduce coal dependency in thermal power plants.

Biomass Co-Firing Policy | October 08, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2036

NTPC Demonstrates 20 Percent Torrefied Biomass Co-Firing at Tanda Plant

The initiative, a first-of-its-kind in the Indian Power Sector, showcases NTPC's commitment to decarbonising existing coal-fired fleets and advancing towards Net Zero Emission targets.

Biomass Co-Firing Policy | May 09, 2024 | By Anurima Mondal | 2862

Power Ministry Revises Biomass Co-Firing Policy to Enable Purchase of Pellets by Power Plants

The benchmarked price, as finalised by the committee under CEA, will be effective from January 1, 2024. Price benchmarking of pellets will enable the TPPs as well as pellet vendors to establish a sustainable supply mechanism for co-firing of pellets.

Biomass Co-Firing Policy | June 28, 2023 | By Anurima Mondal | 2773