NTPC exhibits fly ash-based eco-housing solution ‘Sukh’ at IITF, Pragati Maidan

The state owned NTPC has launched an eco-friendly and affordable housing solution called ‘Sukh’ Eco-house, at the ongoing India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. NTPC held that this eco-friendly housing solution is available within Rs 1.5 Lakh.

The eco-houses utilize approximately 80% ash and ash-based products from thermal power plants in their construction. The housing is built with interlocking wall blocks made from ash. NTPC maintains that these structures do not require any sand, cement, steel, or mortar, significantly reducing costs and construction time.

The use of ash-based building material in these eco-houses eliminates the requirement of cement and natural aggregates, leading to lower carbon emission and prevention of topsoil exploitation or erosion.

A typical house, spanning 30 square meters and featuring a drawing room, bedroom, kitchen, and toilet, can be constructed for just Rs. 1,50,000 in a span of 15-20 days. This method ensures durability and resilience to diverse weather conditions, including rain, storms, and high winds, for over two years.

Moreover, these houses could lead to a 75% reduction in carbon emissions compared to conventional construction methods. From the foundation to the roof, and even the window and door frames, the entire structure is built using ash-based materials. The design allows the house to be dismantled and re-erected with minimal damage, adding to its practicality and longevity. The eco-houses provide a scalable and eco-friendly model for affordable rural housing. By addressing waste management and promoting the reuse of industrial byproducts, these eco-houses can also be powered by solar energy.

NTPC at IITF 2024

At IITF 2024, NTPC is exhibiting transformative housing solution which highlights NTPC’s efforts to foster a sustainable future through green construction practices. Visitors can explore how the company is repurposing ash, a byproduct of thermal power generation, into cost-effective, resilient housing materials.