The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has given its approval for the development of Advanced Ultra Super Critical technology for thermal power plants.
•    In this regard, CCEA has approved a one-time grant of 900 crore rupees spread over three years for an R&D project for the development of AUSC technology for thermal power plants. 
•    The project was proposed by a consortium of three government entities to reduce coal consumption as well as Carbon dioxide emission. 
•    They are Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd , Indira Gandhi Centre of Atomic Research National Thermal Power Corporation.
•    AUSC technology will enable Indian industries to design, manufacture and commission higher efficiency coal-fired power plants with indigenously developed technology. 
•    This will be the first time large power plant equipment will be manufactured without any technological collaboration or licensing agreement with foreign companies. 
•    Use of this technology in all future large coal-fired power plants will ensure energy security for the country for a longer period as well as greener environment.
 

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