JUNE 20259NTPC GROUP ADVANCES PUMPED STORAGE PROJECTS FOR ENERGY STABILITY· NTPC developing pumped storage projects across multiple national locations· Tehri project begins operations supporting renewable energy infrastructure· Future projects aim to enhance energy stability and climate goalsPumped storage projects totaling 20 GW capacities at multiple sites across the country are being worked on by the NTPC Group, as stated by a senior company official.The company plans to commission 3-5 GW of such projects by 2031-32 fiscal, "...NTPC Group is working on pipeline of pumped storage projects to the tune of 20 GW in NTPC and its hydro subsidiaries," the official said.THDC India, a subsidiary of NTPC, has developed a 1,000 MW (250 MW X 4 units) pumped storage project at Tehri in Uttarakhand. The initial unit commenced commercial electricity supply earlier this month. "We will see our first 1,000 MW PSP commissioned through Tehri PSP in FY26, with 3-5 GW more by FY32," he said. PSP assets provide more than 40 years of operational lifespan and regulated returns. As essential infrastructure for India's transition to renewable energy, they contribute long-term stability to our energy portfolio, thereby ensuring sustainable growth while promoting energy security and climate objectives, according to the official.Further, he said, "We have completed preliminary feasibility reports for 18 projects, and detailed project reports for four projects are in an advanced stage, thus moving towards increased energy storage solutions in our portfolio." India's largest integrated power utility, NTPC Ltd, is recognized for contributing one-fourth of India's power requirements, with diverse sources including thermal, solar, and wind. ADANI CEMENT, CREDAI PARTNER TO BOOST GREEN, QUALITY CONSTRUCTION· Adani Cement partners with CREDAI for sustainable construction.· CREDAI launches Green India and Skilling Councils.· Focus on green concrete and workforce development.Adani Cement has been partnered with by Realtors' apex body CREDAI to promote sustainable and best practices in construction activities. In a joint statement on Friday, it was said by the Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Association of India ( CREDAI) that a " strategic partnership with Adani Cement to champion sustainable and high- quality construction practices across the country" has been entered into. The Green India Council and Skilling Council have also been established by CREDAI, which represents more than 13000 private real estate developers in 20 states and 230 city chapters."As CREDAI's preferred partner, Adani Cement will provide its industry-leading portfolio of premium and GRIHA-certified products, including green concrete solutions, advanced additives, and technical services," it added. In front of CREDAI leadership and Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, the announcement was made during the organization's Governing Council meeting.Vinod Bahety, CEO - Cement Business, Adani Group said: "By joining hands with CREDAI, we aim to accelerate the adoption of world-class cement products and green concrete solutions in India's real estate sector."In order to build stronger, safer, and more sustainable structures, this partnership combines Adani Cement's goal of creating a greener, smarter urban future with CREDAI's practical experience.Shekhar Patel, President of CREDAI, said, "The launch of the Green India Council and Skilling Council marks a decisive step toward integrating sustainability and workforce development into the core of our industry".
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