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India’s First Indigenous Green Urea Plant in Andhra Pradesh
- 07 Feb 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
India’s first large‑scale indigenous green urea plant will be developed and operationalized at the Pudimadaka Green Hydrogen Hub in Andhra Pradesh.
Key Points:
- Strategic MoU: NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a subsidiary of NTPC Ltd., and Assago Industries Pvt. Ltd. have signed a MoU.
- Under the agreement, NGEL will supply green ammonia, renewable electricity, CO₂, and other utilities to Assago.
- Objective: To produce green urea using green hydrogen and renewable energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuel-based ammonia.
- The initiative marks a significant step towards building a domestic green urea value chain, reducing dependence on imported fertilizers.
- Aims to create jobs, strengthen the green energy sector, and contribute to Andhra Pradesh’s industrial development.
- Environmental Impact: Expected to significantly cut carbon emissions compared to conventional urea plants.
- Supports India’s Net Zero 2070 goal and the Green Hydrogen Mission under the National Hydrogen Policy.
- Innovation: First-of-its-kind indigenous green urea technology in India, promoting self-reliance in fertilizer production.
| Read More: Net Zero 2070 goal, Green Hydrogen Mission, NTPC, Green ammonia |
