NLCIL outlines nuclear, BESS and green energy plans
NLC India Limited (NLCIL) announced multiple initiatives across nuclear power, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), green hydrogen, and carbon capture during its Q4 FY26 Institutional Investors Meet held on May 27, 2026.
The company also provided updates on ongoing thermal power and research projects as part of its long-term diversification and clean energy strategy.
Nuclear power venture
NLCIL has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) to establish a joint venture for setting up a 700 MW nuclear power station. The location of the project will be jointly finalised by the two companies.
According to NLCIL, the initiative aligns with the Government of India’s target of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047.
Renewable energy JV
The company has received approval from the Government of India and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs for a joint venture between NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL) and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC).
The joint venture will develop a 100 MW renewable energy project in Uttar Pradesh.
BESS and pumped storage
NLCIL provided updates on its BESS pipeline, stating that it has secured projects totalling 2,800 MW-hour.
These include a 500 MW-hour project from the Tamil Nadu government, 1,800 MW-hour from Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI), and 500 MW-hour from Punjab.
The company also stated that it has emerged as the apparent sole bidder for another BESS tender in Punjab, though the letter of award has not yet been received.
All BESS projects are targeted for completion within 18 months.
In addition, NLCIL is preparing a detailed project report for a 750 MW pumped storage project in Odisha.
Lignite research
NLCIL stated that it is in the final stages of research related to converting lignite into semiconductor wafers.
According to the company, Phase 1 of the study has yielded encouraging results, and the research is nearing completion. The company stated that the development could support the domestic semiconductor industry.
Carbon capture project
The company is also developing a carbon capture and sequestration pilot project at one of its Neyveli units in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras).
The project is intended to develop a cost-effective carbon capture process to support coal utilisation while contributing towards India’s net zero target for 2070.
TPS-II expansion
NLCIL stated that it has addressed long-standing technological issues at its TPS-II expansion project.
Following modifications to the boiler system in Unit I, the unit achieved more than 90% availability during the last financial year and generated nearly three times more electricity compared to the previous year.
Modification work on Unit II is progressing and is awaiting a shutdown window from grid authorities.
Green hydrogen and EV charging
A 4 MW green hydrogen pilot project is currently under installation at Neyveli. The company stated that it plans to expand the project after successful commissioning.
NLCIL also stated that it has installed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across all operational locations and plans further commercial expansion.
