Coal Gasification Conference Highlights Domestic Technology Advancements
The recent coal gasification conference showcased over 25 expert presentations aimed at reducing India's chemical feedstock imports. Central government support, including Viability Gap Funding, emphasizes the potential for developing new domestic value chains and aligning with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

The conference featured over 25 technical papers focused on processing high-ash coal and reducing reliance on imported chemical feedstocks. A field visit to Jindal Steel's Angul complex highlighted a coal-gasification-based direct reduced iron plant, showcasing practical applications of synthesis gas in steel production.
Key attendees included executives from Coal India, GAIL, and NTPC, alongside international experts from Canada and Sri Lanka, fostering a broader discussion on technology and policy. The event aimed to enhance collaboration among industry stakeholders to accelerate coal gasification adoption and strengthen domestic capabilities in cleaner coal technologies. The emphasis on government support may influence future investments in this sector.




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