Indian Government Launches Funding Guidelines for National Green Hydrogen Mission
Key Ideas
- The Indian government has released guidelines for funding testing facilities, infrastructure, and institutional support under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
- The Scheme Guidelines aim to identify gaps in existing testing facilities and support the creation of new facilities for Green Hydrogen production.
- The total budgetary outlay for the scheme is Rs. 200 Crores till the financial year 2025-26, with the National Institute of Solar Energy as the Scheme Implementation Agency.
- The National Green Hydrogen Mission will contribute to India's self-reliance in clean energy, decarbonization of the economy, and technology leadership in Green Hydrogen.
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) in India has issued the Scheme Guidelines for funding testing facilities, infrastructure, and institutional support under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The scheme aims to identify gaps in existing testing facilities for Green Hydrogen and its derivatives, supporting the creation of new facilities and upgrading existing ones to ensure safe operations. With a total budgetary outlay of Rs. 200 Crores till 2025-26, the mission will be implemented by the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE). This initiative is part of India's larger goal to achieve self-reliance in clean energy and lead the global Clean Energy Transition. By focusing on quality, sustainability, and safety in Green Hydrogen production, the mission aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports and establish India as a leader in Green Hydrogen technology and market.