NTPC, India’s largest power producer, inaugurated the world’s first CO2-to-methanol conversion plant at its ____ facility.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
NTPC, India's largest power producer, has inaugurated the world's first CO2-to-methanol conversion plant at the Vindhyachal Super Thermal Power Station in Madhya Pradesh.
Key features of the project:
Technology: The plant captures carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted from power plant chimneys and converts it into methanol by combining it with green hydrogen.
Capacity: This pilot project has a capacity to produce 10 tons of methanol per day.
Significance: This is a revolutionary step towards achieving India's 'carbon neutral' goals and moving towards green fuel. Methanol can be used as cooking fuel, shipping fuel, and in the chemical industry.
Partnership: This plant has been developed by NTPC in collaboration with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI).