Essar Group has announced its ambitious plan to invest Rs 30,000 crore over the next four years in setting up a green hydrogen plant in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This initiative is part of the conglomerate's strategy to embrace clean energy as a key driver for its growth. The conglomerate, led by director Prashant Ruia, aims to decarbonize its operations globally, including plans to develop a green steel plant in Saudi Arabia and explore mining of critical minerals for electric vehicle batteries. Essar Future Energy plans to establish 1 gigawatt of hydrogen capacity in Jamnagar, utilizing renewable energy sources to produce hydrogen and oxygen. The group also envisions exporting green molecules derived from hydrogen, emphasizing a sustainable approach to energy production and transportation. In addition to renewable energy expansion, Essar Group is focused on green mobility solutions, particularly in the long-haul trucking sector. By investing in LNG and electric trucks, the conglomerate aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality. Essar's initiatives extend to coal-bed methane production, with plans to contribute substantially to India's gas production. Furthermore, the group is exploring opportunities in shale gas exploration to diversify its energy portfolio. Overall, Essar Group's commitment to green hydrogen and sustainable energy solutions reflects a positive step towards a cleaner and more environmentally conscious future.