NTPC Green Energy Limited, a subsidiary of NTPC Ltd., has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Honeywell to explore the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India. The collaboration aims to utilize Honeywell’s proprietary eFining technology to convert carbon dioxide (CO₂) captured from NTPC’s power plants and green hydrogen into SAF.
The partnership aligns with India’s broader decarbonization and energy security goals while supporting the global aviation sector’s transition to lower-carbon operations. SAF is increasingly recognized as a vital component in reducing the carbon footprint of air travel.
According to NTPC Green’s Executive Director (Green Hydrogen), DMR Panda, SAF production will be a key feature of NTPC’s ambitious Green Hydrogen Hub planned in Pudimadaka, Andhra Pradesh. “We believe that the mandate in the aviation sector for blending SAF in jet fuel will drive many early mover projects in green hydrogen,” he stated.
The agreement highlights the combined strengths of Honeywell UOP’s advanced SAF production capabilities and NTPC’s expanding leadership in green hydrogen infrastructure. The collaboration is expected to contribute significantly to India’s efforts to reduce emissions from the aviation sector.
“We are excited to work with NTPC Green on this initiative to advance India’s transition towards cleaner aviation fuels and goal of working toward carbon neutrality,” said Ranjit Kulkarni, Vice President and General Manager, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, Honeywell India. He emphasized that the collaboration will tap into Honeywell’s SAF expertise to treat thermal energy emissions, promote green hydrogen, and diversify SAF feedstocks.
The initiative underscores both companies’ commitment to sustainable innovation and positions India to play a stronger role in global clean energy developments.
