India’s commitment to green hydrogen took center stage at the World Hydrogen Summit 2024, held from May 13-15 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. For the first time, India established its pavilion, highlighting its advancements and ambitious targets in green hydrogen. India demonstrated its commitment to becoming a global leader in green hydrogen production and utilization. This prestigious event brought together industry experts, policymakers, and innovators from around the world to discuss the future of hydrogen as a clean energy source.

 

India Pavilion: A Major Highlight

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) set up the India Pavilion, one of the largest at the summit. This prestigious event, attracting around 15,000 delegates from across the globe, provided India with a prime opportunity to showcase its progress and future plans in the green hydrogen sector.

 

Delegation and Government Support

The Indian delegation included representatives from MNRE, the Department of Science and Technology, the Ministry of Railways, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and private sector companies. This diverse group engaged in various government-to-government interactions and industry collaborations, emphasizing India’s holistic approach to green hydrogen development.

 

National Green Hydrogen Mission

Launched in January 2023, India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to achieve a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030, with an investment of ₹19,744 crores. Currently, MNRE has awarded tenders for 412,000 tonnes of green hydrogen production capacity and 1,500 MW of electrolyzer manufacturing capacity.

 

COP26 Commitments and Panchamrit Pledge

India’s presence at the summit also underscored its commitments made during COP26 in 2021. The country’s five-part “Panchamrit” pledge includes:

1. Achieving 500 GW of non-fossil electricity capacity by 2030.
2. Sourcing 50% of energy requirements from renewables.
3. Reducing emissions by 1 billion tonnes by 2030.
4. Lowering the emissions intensity of GDP by 45%.
5. Attaining net-zero emissions by 2070.

Union Minister RK Singh recently noted that 44% of India’s current energy requirements come from non-fossil sources, with projections indicating this could rise to 65% by 2030—surpassing previous commitments.

 

Reducing Fossil Fuel Dependency

India’s substantial fossil fuel dependency highlights the critical role of renewable energy sources, including green hydrogen, in diversifying and securing its energy future. The summit provided a platform for Indian industry leaders to engage with global counterparts, fostering collaborations that will drive the country’s green hydrogen initiatives forward.

 

Conclusion

India’s showcase at the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 marks a significant milestone in its journey towards a sustainable and self-reliant energy future. By leveraging international collaborations and advancing domestic capabilities, India is poised to become a global leader in green hydrogen, contributing to the worldwide transition to clean energy.

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