India's Green Hydrogen Potential Takes Center Stage at India Energy Week 2025
Key Ideas
  • Shri Hardeep Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, highlights India's ambitious green hydrogen target of five million tonnes by 2030 and expresses confidence in exceeding it.
  • Tata Motors collaborates with IOCL to introduce 15 FCEV buses for evaluating hydrogen-based PEM fuel-cell technology's potential in India, showcasing a significant step towards sustainable transportation.
  • India is rapidly advancing in the green hydrogen sector with key tenders, bid submissions, investments, and policy measures, indicating a growing momentum towards adopting renewable energy solutions.
  • The Minister emphasizes that green hydrogen is becoming a mainstream narrative in India, with companies securing green ammonia export contracts with Europe, signaling a promising future for the country's hydrogen industry.
During India Energy Week 2025, Shri Hardeep Puri, the Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, emphasized India's green hydrogen potential, highlighting the country's target of producing five million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030. Puri expressed confidence in surpassing this target, considering the significant growth the industry has witnessed since the inception of the National Hydrogen Mission. The event featured hydrogen buses in operation, symbolizing India's commitment to sustainable transportation solutions. Tata Motors, in collaboration with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), introduced 15 Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) buses to evaluate the viability of hydrogen-based PEM fuel-cell technology in the Indian market. These buses, designed for ease of use and capable of seating 35 passengers, represent a pivotal step in promoting environmentally friendly transportation methods. The Minister highlighted the rapid developments in India's green hydrogen sector, citing various tenders, bid submissions, investments, and policy initiatives observed in Q4 2024. He emphasized that green hydrogen is transitioning into a mainstream narrative in the country, with Indian companies securing green ammonia export contracts with Europe, indicating a growing international interest in India's hydrogen capabilities. The collaborative efforts between government entities, companies like Tata Motors and IOCL, and advancements in policy and technology signal a promising future for India's hydrogen industry.
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