India Expands Hydrogen Testing for Commercial Transportation
Key Ideas
  • India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy approved five pilot projects for hydrogen-based buses and heavy-duty trucks.
  • A total of 37 vehicles will be deployed across 10 routes nationwide to assess the feasibility of hydrogen as a decarbonising solution.
  • The initiative aims to evaluate the performance and practicality of hydrogen fuel cells in commercial transportation.
  • This move demonstrates India's commitment to exploring sustainable alternatives for the automotive sector.
India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has given the green light to five pilot projects focusing on the use of hydrogen in buses and heavy-duty trucks. A total of 37 hydrogen-powered vehicles will be tested across 10 different routes throughout the country to evaluate the potential of hydrogen as a decarbonisation solution in the commercial transportation sector. The main objective of these projects is to assess the performance, efficiency, and environmental benefits of hydrogen fuel cells in heavy-duty vehicles. This significant step highlights India's dedication to finding sustainable alternatives to traditional fossil fuels and reducing carbon emissions in the automotive industry. By conducting these tests on a national scale, India aims to gather valuable data and insights that could shape future policies and investments in hydrogen technology.
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