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India’s Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy and Power, R.K. Singh, has unveiled the National Green Hydrogen Mission, signaling a revolutionary transformation in the country’s energy landscape.

In a dynamic shift towards sustainable energy, oil and gas majors have emerged as significant players in the low-carbon hydrogen market, commanding an 8% share globally. This paradigmatic transition reflects a strategic response to the escalating demand for cleaner energy alternatives. Let’s delve into the goals, technology, potential impact, and challenges surrounding this transformative trend.

As the climate crisis intensifies and extreme weather events batter the Indian subcontinent, India is confronting the urgent need for a green transition.

The state of Kerala in India has earmarked substantial funds for its green transport corridor and initiated a pivotal phase of the green hydrogen valley project, highlighting a significant step in the region’s commitment to clean energy and eco-friendly infrastructure.

ReNew Energy Global has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at COP28.

In a bold move to spearhead India’s hydrogen revolution, the Department of Science & Technology (DST) has announced a call for proposals, inviting scientists, engineers, and innovators to upgrade lab-scale technologies and propel them to the prototype and pilot plant stages.

Adani Total Gas Ltd. (ATGL), a key player in the energy and city gas distribution sector, has announced the launch of a ‘Green Hydrogen Blending Pilot Project.’ Co-promoted by the Adani Group and TotalEnergies, this initiative marks a significant stride in the adoption of green hydrogen in India.

Tamil Nadu has ambitious plans for a dedicated green hydrogen hub. Industries Minister TRB Rajaa announced this groundbreaking initiative at the India EV Conclave, themed ‘Electrifying Tomorrow: Navigating the EV Transition.’

Tamil Nadu, a stalwart in India’s green energy evolution, is embarking on a groundbreaking venture to establish a green hydrogen hub, aiming to elevate its installed energy capacity from 50% to an impressive 75%. Commerce and Industries Minister TRB Rajaa unveiled this ambitious initiative during the India EV Conclave, emphasizing the state’s commitment to leading the charge in the green energy transition.

European investors, particularly from Germany and Denmark, are eyeing substantial investments in Gujarat’s green hydrogen sector.