Flue Gas Desulphurisation: A Rs 80,000 crore investment opportunity

Abstract

Thermal power plants in India must meet government-mandated emission standards, which can be achieved by installing Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) equipment to reduce sulphur emissions. The author argues that the Rs 80,000 crore investment needed to implement FGD programs across the country would deliver significant environmental and economic benefits. Investing in FGDs would enable power plants to meet emission standards, with the costs passed on to consumers in the form of a modest increase in electricity tariffs. The author suggests measures to secure financing for FGD investments and emphasizes the importance of regulatory clarity to enable these environmental investments. Implementing FGD programs would not only improve air quality and public health but also stimulate the economy and create jobs. – AI-generated abstract.