L&T Commissioned First Indigenously Manufactured Hydrogen Electrolyser at Gujarat

Current Context: Larsen & Toubro (L&T) commissioned its first indigenously manufactured hydrogen electrolyser at the Green Hydrogen Plant in Hazira, Gujarat on March 1, 2024.

• Here are some key details about this development:
• The electrolyser has a rated power capacity of 1 MW, which is expandable to 2 MW.
• It can produce 200 Nm3/Hr of hydrogen.
• The electrolyser is equipped with two stacks and an Electrolyser Processing Unit (EPU) ML-400, both of which are indigenously manufactured and assembled.
• The electrolyser will now undergo rigorous testing in the coming weeks to optimise its performance.
• This project aligns with the company’s focus on enhancing sustainable energy solutions.
• L&T Electrolysers has been allocated a significant 300 MW/annum capacity under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
• This accomplishment signifies L&T Electrolysers Limited’s foray into domestic electrolyser manufacturing, underscoring the company’s steadfast dedication to propelling sustainable energy solutions.
• It also aligns perfectly with the vision of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.

Question:

Q.1 When was the first indigenously manufactured hydrogen electrolyser by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) commissioned?
a. January 1, 2024
b. February 1, 2024
c. March 1, 2024
d. April 1, 2024