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Blue Hydrogen via UCG

A Pioneering Step Towards Clean Energy

GMDC is pioneering Blue Hydrogen production in Odisha through Underground Coal Gasification (UCG). This innovative process converts in-situ coal into synthesis gas, which is then processed into hydrogen—unlocking a cost competitive fuel with substantially lower emissions than conventional routes.

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Three Mines, Unlocking New Blue Hydrogen Possibilities for India

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Our recent acquisition of three coal mines in Odisha marks a strategic expansion beyond Gujarat and positions GMDC at the heart of India’s clean energy shift. These mines hold over 2,000 million tonnes of geological coal reserves, offering the scale and stability needed to support long-term hydrogen production.

Among them, the Burapahar Mine stands out—not just for its 547 million tonnes of reserves, but for its deep seams and rocky strata, which make it geologically ideal for UCG. With this foundation, GMDC is set to convert unmined coal into low-emission energy without the need for conventional extraction.

By integrating carbon capture technologies, GMDC is ensuring that this transition remains environmentally responsible, economically viable and scalable for the long term.

From Resource Strength to Energy Innovation

For GMDC, Blue Hydrogen is not a departure from our core—it is a natural evolution of it. By unlocking value from deep coal seams through UCG, we are bridging the gap between conventional mining and clean energy production.

As India charts its course toward net-zero, GMDC is proud to be among the first PSUs laying the groundwork for a domestic hydrogen economy—rooted in resource optimisation, backed by geological expertise, and aligned with national goals.

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