India's Remarkable Progress in Renewable Energy and Green Shipping
Key Ideas
  • India has seen a 175% increase in renewable energy capacity since 2014, reaching over 208 GW, showing significant progress in the sector.
  • The country is aiming to be a top shipbuilding nation by 2030 and top five by 2047, with a strong focus on green shipping and sustainable maritime transport.
  • The National Green Hydrogen Mission is set to produce 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030, attracting substantial investments and creating numerous jobs.
  • Pilot projects under the mission are already exploring the use of green hydrogen in the shipping sector, showcasing India's commitment to innovative and sustainable energy solutions.
Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, highlighted India's impressive advancements in renewable energy and green shipping at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference in Germany. India has witnessed a substantial increase in renewable energy capacity, achieving a 175% rise from 75 GW to over 208 GW since 2014. The country aims to become a top shipbuilding nation by 2030 and top five by 2047, with a specific focus on green shipping and sustainable maritime transport. India's National Green Hydrogen Mission, with an investment of $2.4 billion, targets to produce 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030, attracting over $100 billion in investments and creating more than 6 lakh jobs. The Minister invited international stakeholders to collaborate in India's ambitious green hydrogen and renewable energy projects. Pilot projects under the mission are already underway, exploring the use of green hydrogen in the shipping sector. Ports like Deendayal, Paradip, and V.O. Chidambaranar are being developed into key hydrogen hubs to support green hydrogen-powered ships, showcasing India's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and international cooperation.
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