IGCAR Kalpakkam Hydrogen Plant: India inaugurates world’s first hydrogen plant that uses nuclear reactor heat instead of electricity
Published on: June 28, 2026, 12:20 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
IGCAR Kalpakkam Hydrogen Plant: India has unveiled the world's first nuclear-powered hydrogen production facility at Kalpakkam, utilizing heat from the Fast Breeder Test Reactor. Developed by BARC and IGCAR, this technology demonstration plant showcases nuclear energy's potential beyond electricity, offering a clean, fossil-fuel-free hydrogen source. This initiative marks a significant step in India's clean energy transition and strengthens its energy security goals.
