UNDERGROUND COAL GASIFICATION
Reliance plans Rs 43,000 cr coal gasification project in Andhra Pradesh, document shows
Reliance Industries is set to invest approximately 430 billion rupees in Andhra Pradesh for a coal gasification project. This project aims to create 5,000 direct and 35,000 indirect jobs, while attracting further investments over its lifetime. The first phase will involve exploration and pilot demonstrations to establish the project's feasibility. An additional investment of approximately 400 billion rupees will follow if the first phase proves successful.
Coal India Limited announces ambitious Business Development portfolio for diversification beyond mining
Coal India Limited announced its ambitious business development portfolio on Sunday. This plan focuses on five key platforms for future expansion and growth. Initiatives include coal gasification, thermal power, and renewable energy ventures. The company will also explore critical minerals and advanced materials. This diversification aims for energy and mineral security and import substitution.
Reliance explores aluminium entry as Adani lines up $11.5 billion bet: Report
Reliance Industries is reportedly considering a foray into aluminium production. This potential venture could harmoniously align its upcoming coal gasification initiatives with metal manufacturing processes. The company has already acquired tender documents for a substantial bauxite block in Odisha. Meanwhile, it is progressing on a coal gasification project in Andhra Pradesh, paving the way for a cohesive link between these operations.
Ambani's Rs 2.7 lakh cr underground bet can save India from shocks
Reliance Industries has proposed a Rs 2.73 lakh crore, 30-year investment to develop an underground coal gasification complex in Andhra Pradesh. The project could convert deep coal into syngas for hydrogen, methanol, ammonia and synthetic natural gas, helping India reduce dependence on imported LNG and chemical feedstocks. However, commercial viability, geological risks and UCG technology at scale remain major challenges.
RIL proposes Rs 2.73 lakh crore investment for India’s first coal gasification complex in Andhra
Reliance Industries has proposed investing about ₹2.73 lakh crore over 30 years to develop India’s first integrated Underground Coal Gasification complex in Andhra Pradesh’s Eluru district. The project, subject to commercial viability after exploration, will use deep coal reserves in the Chintalapudi and Recherla blocks to produce syngas.
NLC India, Reliance Industries to jointly explore developing underground lignite gasification project in Gujarat
NLC India Ltd and Reliance Industries Ltd are partnering to explore underground lignite gasification in Gujarat. This collaboration aims to boost domestic gas supplies amid global fuel shortages. The project will assess converting lignite reserves into synthesis gas. This initiative could enhance energy security and reduce reliance on imported fuels. Preliminary studies are underway for this significant energy venture.
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Govt to do away with green clearance for pilot projects for underground coal gasification
The government will no longer require environmental clearance for pilot projects involving underground coal gasification. This move supports the nation's goal to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030. This technology can produce clean fuel and hydrogen. The coal ministry is also advancing a coal trading exchange and has launched two digital platforms for land acquisition and sector transparency.
Govt to introduce underground coal gasification specific provisions within auction framework
India is set to boost its energy independence. The government will introduce underground coal gasification in its upcoming coal mine auctions. This initiative aims to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030. The move will reduce reliance on imported natural gas and crude oil. New investment and job opportunities are expected.
Working hard to increase coal gasification: Coal & mines minister G Kishan Reddy
The government is actively promoting coal gasification to diversify mining practices and encourage cleaner coal utilization. An action plan is underway, involving state governments and stakeholders, to tap into deep-seated coal reserves unsuitable for conventional mining. Reforms, including open auctions, have increased transparency and coal production, significantly reducing coal shortages and imports.
Bengal govt explores coal gasification in Deocha-Pachami block, open-cast mining to begin in Feb
West Bengal is exploring underground coal gasification in the Deocha-Pachami block. Traditional mining will be used for 70 per cent of the coal development, while gasification will be used for the remaining 30 per cent. Initial open-cast mining is set to start in February. This project aims to maximize the coal block's potential and transform the region.
Ministry of Coal launches India's first pilot project for underground coal gasification in Jharkhand
India's Ministry of Coal launches the first Underground Coal Gasification pilot project at Kasta coal block in Jharkhand, aiming to convert coal into valuable gases like methane and hydrogen for industrial use.
CIL gets ready to tap into coal bed methane, gasification
Underground coal gasification (UCG) is extraction of energy from coal and lignite resources that are otherwise deemed uneconomical through conventional mining methods.
Coal gas can help lower import bill by $10 bn in 5 yrs: Coal Secretary Susheel Kumar
Coal Secretary Susheel Kumar also said that India's dependence on petroleum and natural gas can be reduced or done away with if the country is able to get gas from coal.
CIL invites global cos for consultancy on coal gasification
UCG is a method of extraction of energy from coal/lignite resources which are otherwise regarded as uneconomical to work through conventional mining methods.
Government sets up inter-ministerial panel on coal gasification
In the perspective of next two years some explored blocks will be identified for offer. Additional blocks will be identified for offer in the long-term.
Inter-ministerial panel for coal gas to be set up soon
The Union Cabinet last month approved a policy for developing Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) in coal and lignite bearing areas in the country.
Government prepares draft policy on underground coal gasification
UCG is a clean coal technology and provides for extracting energy from the coal seams which cannot be mined through known mining technology.
Cabinet to decide on underground coal gasification policy soon
UCG is a method of converting coal still in the ground to a combustible gas that can be used for various uses, including power generation.
Coal ministry plans to auction isolated coal blocks
The government has identified Yellendu Dip Side in Telangana and Bandha-Singrauli Main Basin in Madhya Pradesh, along with five lignite blocks.
Government may offer foreign companies coal blocks given up by developers
The government plans to invite foreign companies to produce gas from coal blocks that have been relinquished by developers for being uneconomical.
Eight comapanies keen on partnering Coal India for gasification
Underground coal gasification (UCG) is a chemical process by which coal is converted to a combustible gas at the seat of the reserve.
Government preparing draft policy on underground coal gasification
Underground coal gasification (UCG) is a method of converting coal still in the ground to a combustible gas that can be used for various uses, including power generation.
Meeting on underground coal gasification by month-end
The identified two UCG blocks are Kaitha Block (Ramgarh Coalfield) of Central Coalfields Ltd and Thesgora "C" Block (Pench Kanhan Coalfield) of Western Coalfields Ltd.
Policy on underground coal gasification likely soon
The government is likely to come out with a policy on underground coal gasification soon, according to a top Coal Ministry official.
Coal India's subsidiary plans to auction two blocks for underground coal gasification
The company will invite a global expression of interest this month and engage the company that is ready to share the highest percentage of profit, he said.
'Give priority to fertiliser cos in coal gas mine allocation'
The Fertiliser Ministry has asked the Coal Ministry to give priority to the farm-nutrient sector while allocating mines for underground coal gasification.
Two coal, 5 lignite mines identified for coal gasification
Two coal and five lignite mines having estimated reserves of 950 million tonnes have been identified for underground coal gasification.
Two coal, 5 lignite mines identified for coal gasification
Two coal and five lignite mines having estimated reserves of 950 million tonnes have been identified for underground coal gasification (USG) projects.
Cabinet to take a call on UG coal gasification policy soon
With the country facing acute fuel shortage, CCEA may soon take a call on forming a new policy on underground coal gasification.
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