APGCL and Oil India form JV for renewable energy projects
Author: PPD Team Date: February 26, 2025
Author: PPD Team Date: February 26, 2025
Assam Power Generation Corporation Limited (APGCL) and Oil India Limited (OIL) have established a joint venture (JV) named APGCL OIL Green Power Limited to develop renewable energy projects in Assam.
The JV will plan, develop, construct, own, and operate various renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, small hydro, and biomass. It will also focus on green hydrogen infrastructure, covering production, storage, transportation, and distribution.
Additionally, the company will engage in research and development of green hydrogen technologies, promoting its use as an alternative energy source.
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