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India’s Strategic Vision for Green Hydrogen Unveiled at World Hydrogen Summit 2024

India’s Strategic Vision for Green Hydrogen Unveiled at World Hydrogen Summit 2024

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Rotterdam, Netherlands – On May 15, 2024, Shri Bhupinder Singh Bhalla, Secretary of the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, addressed the World Hydrogen Summit 2024, outlining India's strategic vision and capabilities in renewable energy and green hydrogen production. In his keynote address, Secretary Bhalla emphasized the comprehensive scope of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission, highlighting its components including pilot projects, research and development (R&D) initiatives, and skill development programs. “This holistic approach reflects the government's commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and capacity-building across the hydrogen value chain. Moreover, the Mission's focus on piloting projects and advancing R&D underscores India...
India Launches Pilot Projects for Green Hydrogen in Shipping Sector

India Launches Pilot Projects for Green Hydrogen in Shipping Sector

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In a significant move towards sustainable maritime transport, the Government of India has unveiled guidelines for pilot projects aimed at integrating green hydrogen into the shipping sector. Issued under the National Green Hydrogen Mission by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) on February 1, 2024, these guidelines mark a pivotal step towards reducing carbon emissions and promoting clean energy in maritime transportation. Under the ambit of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the MNRE will spearhead pilot projects in collaboration with the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) and designated implementing agencies. With a total budgetary outlay of Rs. 115 crores until the fiscal year 2025-26, these projects will focus on two key areas: retrofitting existing shi...