At the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) showcased India’s efforts to become a global hub for Green Hydrogen (GH2) production.
About Hydrogen
- Basic Info:
- Lightest, most abundant element
- Colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas
- Hydrogen-Based Fuels Matter for India as:
- Key to energy independence
- Reduces dependence on imported fossil fuels
- Can be produced from waste biomass—benefits farmers and rural economy
- Enhances decarbonization goals in transport and industry
Green Hydrogen (GH2)
Green hydrogen is produced by splitting water (H₂O) into hydrogen (H₂) and oxygen (O₂) using electrolysis powered by renewable energy sources like solar, wind, or through biomass gasification.
- Applications:
- Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs)
- Industrial uses (e.g., fertilizer, refineries)
- Transport sectors (road, rail, shipping)
- Other Types of Hydrogen (based on production source):
- Grey Hydrogen: From natural gas; emits CO₂
- Blue Hydrogen: From natural gas + carbon capture
- Turquoise Hydrogen: From methane pyrolysis; produces solid carbon
- Pink Hydrogen: From electrolysis using nuclear power
India’s Initiatives to Promote Green Hydrogen
1. National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM)
- Launched to make India a global leader in green hydrogen.
- Target: 5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of green hydrogen production by 2030
- Phases:
- Phase I (2022–23 to 2025–26): Pilot and scale-up
- Phase II (2026–27 to 2029–30): Commercialization and exports
2. Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI)
- Ensures certification and verification of green hydrogen production
- Accredited by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) through Accredited Carbon Verification (ACV) Agencies
3. Environmental Clearance Exemptions
- Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia projects exempt from mandatory Environmental Clearance, easing regulatory hurdles and fast-tracking project timelines
4. Green Hydrogen Hubs at Major Ports
- Kandla, Paradip, Tuticorin selected by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) to be developed into integrated green hydrogen hubs with infrastructure and export potential
5. International Collaboration
- Bilateral partnerships for technology, investment, and know-how with:
- Japan, Australia, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
