India's Green Hydrogen Ambitions: Exporting 'Green Ammonia' by 2027
Key Ideas
- India aims to export over half of its 5 million mt target of renewable hydrogen by 2030, focusing on emerging coastal hubs like Odisha and Gujarat.
- S&P Global Commodity Insights highlights India's competitive advantage in green hydrogen production, catering to regions with specific green hydrogen mandates like Europe.
- Market challenges include the gap between the cost of production and the willingness to pay, hindering deals with refineries and fertilizer manufacturers.
- Despite challenges, Platts assessments show a decrease in the cost of hydrogen production via alkaline electrolysis, indicating a positive trend.
India is set to leverage its competitive advantage in green hydrogen production to kickstart 'green ammonia' export opportunities by 2027. With a target to export more than half of the projected 5 million metric tons of renewable hydrogen by 2030, India's coastal states like Odisha and Gujarat are emerging as key hubs for development. S&P Global Commodity Insights underscores India's ability to produce cost-competitive green hydrogen, making it attractive for regions such as Europe with specific green hydrogen consumption mandates. However, challenges persist in the market, particularly regarding the pricing dynamics. The cost of renewable hydrogen production in India is above the willingness of refineries and fertilizer manufacturers to pay. Market indicators show a significant gap, impacting deal closures. In contrast, Platts assessments reveal a positive trend in the cost of hydrogen production via alkaline electrolysis, with prices decreasing in both Queensland and Japan. Despite these challenges, India's National Green Hydrogen Mission, supported by investments in electrolyzers and hubs, aims to drive the country's green hydrogen and ammonia production sector towards a sustainable future.
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Blue Hydrogen
Renewable Energy
Market Analysis
Government Initiatives
Export Opportunities
Investment Decisions
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