Amaravati Partners with Indian Oil to Build Green Energy Network

APCRDA and IOCL sign an MoU to develop PNG, CNG, battery-swapping, biogas and green hydrogen infrastructure in Amaravati, alongside an Integrated Energy Master Plan.

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to develop an integrated and sustainable energy infrastructure ecosystem for Amaravati Capital City. The agreement aims to incorporate multiple energy solutions into the city's master plan and support its long-term energy requirements.

At the APCRDA headquarters in Vijayawada. APCRDA Commissioner V. Vijay Rama Raju and IOCL Executive Director and State Head for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Piyush Mittal, exchanged the agreement.

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Under the partnership, both organisations will jointly examine opportunities to develop City Gas Distribution networks, including Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The proposed collaboration will also explore battery-swapping stations, Compressed Biogas (CBG), green hydrogen and other low-carbon energy solutions. These initiatives are intended to expand the availability of alternative energy sources and support cleaner mobility across Amaravati.

A major component of the agreement is the preparation of an Integrated Energy Master Plan. The plan will assess the city's existing and projected energy requirements and identify suitable infrastructure to meet future demand. It will also guide the development of sustainable transport and mobility systems as Amaravati expands.

The partnership will facilitate planning for modern multi-fuel energy stations and utility corridors equipped with smart energy management systems. These facilities are expected to provide access to different fuel and energy options while supporting the requirements of commuters, residents and businesses. Integrating energy infrastructure into the city's wider development framework is intended to improve planning and coordination between essential urban utilities.

To coordinate the initiative, APCRDA and IOCL will establish a Joint Working Group comprising representatives from both organisations. The group will meet periodically to review progress, coordinate technical studies and prepare reports and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for the proposed projects. These assessments will help determine the technical requirements and development pathways for taking the initiatives forward.

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The agreement builds on Andhra Pradesh's efforts to incorporate essential infrastructure into Amaravati's development plans. IOCL brings experience across petroleum products, liquefied natural gas, electric vehicle charging, renewable energy and green fuels. Through the collaboration, APCRDA aims to explore a diversified energy network that can accommodate the capital city's changing requirements.

The proposed initiatives position energy infrastructure as a key part of Amaravati's urban planning, with the partnership focusing on alternative fuels, smart utility systems and sustainable transportation.