India's National Green Hydrogen Mission Expands to Meet Growing Demand in Fertilizer Sector
Key Ideas
- The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy in India is implementing the National Green Hydrogen Mission to achieve a significant production capacity of Green Hydrogen by 2030.
- The mission includes the SIGHT Programme to incentivize the production of Green Hydrogen, with a focus on the fertiliser sector with an increased allocation of Green Ammonia production.
- The initiative not only aims to boost demand for Green Hydrogen but also contributes to India's self-reliance in clean energy, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting technological leadership in the green energy sector.
- The expansion of the Scheme Guidelines and allocation increase for Green Ammonia production signifies a positive step towards meeting the growing demand for Green Hydrogen and its derivatives in various sectors.
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) in India is actively pursuing the National Green Hydrogen Mission to enhance the production capacity of Green Hydrogen in the country. The mission targets a production capacity of five million tonnes per annum by 2030. MNRE has issued scheme guidelines under the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme, particularly focusing on incentivizing green hydrogen production in the fertiliser sector. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has also initiated a competitive bidding process to select Green Ammonia Producers.
In response to the increasing demand for Green Ammonia in the fertiliser sector, MNRE has decided to amend the Scheme Guidelines by allocating an additional two lakh tonnes per annum for Green Ammonia production. This amendment reflects the growing traction of the Mission and aims to cater to the rising demand for Green Hydrogen and its derivatives across various sectors. The Mission, launched in January 2023, with a significant budget, aims to make India self-reliant in clean energy, reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, and position the country as a leader in Green Hydrogen technology and market.
The expansion of the Mission and the increased allocation for Green Ammonia production highlight a positive step towards fulfilling the demand for Green Hydrogen in India while driving sustainable economic growth and supporting the global Clean Energy Transition.
Topics
Green Hydrogen
Renewable Energy
Sustainability
Economic Development
Fertilizer Industry
Government Initiative
Clean Energy Transition
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