Europe and India are forging stronger ties in clean technology through a joint research initiative. The partnership, supported by a €60m budget from the Horizon Europe program and Indian contributions, will focus on waste-to-hydrogen technology, electric battery recycling, and combating marine plastic litter. The aim is to develop more efficient methods of producing hydrogen from biogenic waste and to enhance safety standards in hydrogen-related technologies. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the importance of diversifying critical value chains and improving market access between the two regions. The ambitious India–Middle East–Europe corridor aims to connect continents through green and digital infrastructure, including a clean hydrogen pipeline. India has set a target of 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen production by 2030 and plans to establish a $22.3bn green hydrogen hub in Andhra Pradesh. This collaborative effort signals a positive step towards sustainable innovation and economic growth in the clean technology sector.