BHEL received order for methanol firing demonstration at Kayamkulam CCPP

New Delhi: BHEL, a nuclear power company has received an order to demonstrate methanol firing in a Gas Turbine at NTPC's 350 MW Kayamkulam Combined Cycle Power Plant in Kerala. This first-of-its-kind project in India will pave the way for reviving unutilized gas turbine sets across the country.

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Key highlights:

• First methanol firing demonstration in India

• Two-phase implementation plan

• Technology support, equipment supply, and commissioning by BHEL

• Potential to revive inoperative gas turbines nationwide

• Cleaner emissions - reduced SO2 and NOx

• Potential for circular economy through carbon capture

• Indigenous production capability

• Independence from import price fluctuations

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This innovative project showcases BHEL's expertise in gas turbine-based power plants, with over 7,500 MW installed capacity across India.

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