India's Green Hydrogen Revolution at Kandla Port: A Leap Towards Sustainable Maritime Operations
Key Ideas
- Flagging off electrolysers for a 1 MW Green Hydrogen Plant at DPA, Kandla, signifies a major step in India's energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
- Indigenous technology by L&T under 'Make-in-India' initiative will produce 18 kg of hydrogen per hour, with plans to expand into Green Ammonia production.
- The project aims to enhance technical skills and innovation, with the Green Hydrogen plant expected to be fully operational by July 2025, setting a national benchmark.
- This initiative aligns with India's commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 and contributes to the vision of a sustainable 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
In a significant development at Kandla Port, India, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, flagged off electrolysers for a Green Hydrogen plant at the Deendayal Port Authority. This initiative aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission and aims to establish DPA, Kandla as India's leading Green Hydrogen hub. The electrolysers, manufactured by L&T under the 'Make-in-India' initiative, will support a 1 MW Green Hydrogen Plant operational by July 2025. The plant will produce 18 kg of hydrogen per hour, with plans for expansion into Green Ammonia production, contributing to India's Net Zero goals. The project emphasizes technical excellence and innovation within the maritime sector, in line with Prime Minister Modi's vision for sustainable energy. The Green Hydrogen produced will be utilized for clean energy generation through Fuel Cells, enhancing sustainability and eco-friendly operations at the port. With a focus on decarbonizing the maritime sector and setting a national benchmark, DPA, Kandla aims to integrate Green Ammonia production in the future, strengthening India's position in the global green energy sector. This milestone signifies a crucial step towards achieving India's carbon neutrality goals and promoting a sustainable and self-reliant India. The initiative reinforces India's commitment to a green transition in the energy sector and serves as a model for other ports in the country.
Topics
Green Hydrogen
Energy Transition
Green Technology
Maritime Sector
Manufacturing
Sustainable Development
Infrastructure Development
Climate Goals
National Initiative
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