PNGRB and World Bank to draft a roadmap for hydrogen blending in natural gas

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) and the World Bank have joined forces to develop a comprehensive roadmap for integrating hydrogen blending in natural gas and establishing the infrastructure for their transmission through gas pipelines in the country.

The Joint PNGRB-World Bank Study: Mapping Hydrogen Demand and Supply

The primary objective of the study is to develop a comprehensive roadmap for the rapid implementation of hydrogen blending in India. The study covers the following aspects:

• Analysis of hydrogen demand and supply.
• Technical assessment of the current pipeline network’s compatibility for hydrogen blending.
• Evaluation of the commercial potential of the pipeline sector.
• Identification of policy and regulatory bottlenecks.

The study’s recommendations include proposing amendments to the regulatory frameworks to align with the national objective of achieving a hydrogen consumption target of 5 million metric tonnes per annum by 2030. The study is scheduled to be completed within 16 weeks.

Benefits of  hydrogen blending in natural gas

• Renewable Energy Storage: Blended hydrogen can serve as a form of energy storage, allowing for better grid management during peak demand periods.
• Energy Security: Hydrogen can be produced domestically, reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels and enhancing energy security.
• Improved Air Quality: Lowering carbon emissions through hydrogen blending can lead to improved air quality, benefiting public health and reducing pollution.
• Reduced Dependence on Fossil Fuels: By progressively augmenting the proportion of hydrogen in natural gas, the dependence on pure natural gas, a fossil fuel, is diminished

Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB)

• The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is a statutory body established under the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board Act, 2006.
• This board is responsible for overseeing and regulating various aspects related to petroleum products and natural gas in the country.
• Its key functions encompass the regulation of refining, transportation, distribution, storage, marketing, supply, and sale of petroleum products and natural gas.

Key takeaways for competitive examinations

• Chairman of Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board: AK Jain

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