Pioneering Green Hydrogen Station in High-Altitude Leh, India
Key Ideas
- Amara Raja Infra completed India's first green hydrogen fuelling station in Leh, Ladakh, capable of producing 80kg of green hydrogen daily.
- The station will power five hydrogen fuel cell buses, enabling emission-free transport in the region and positioning India as a leader in green mobility.
- This groundbreaking project, completed under extreme conditions at 3,400 meters above sea level, marks a significant milestone in the adoption of green hydrogen in India.
- The success of this project sets the stage for future large-scale green hydrogen mobility and storage initiatives as part of the National Hydrogen Energy Mission in India.
Amara Raja Infra has successfully constructed India's debut green hydrogen fuelling station in Leh, Ladakh, for NTPC Ltd. The inauguration by Union Minister Manohar Lal signifies a pivotal moment for the country's journey towards sustainability. Operating in extreme conditions at a height of 3,400 meters, the station can produce 80kg of green hydrogen daily to fuel five hydrogen fuel cell buses, revolutionizing transport in Leh. This development will aid in establishing emission-free transport solutions and positioning India as a frontrunner in green mobility. The completion of this challenging project underscores Amara Raja Infra's expertise and commitment to green hydrogen infrastructure. Dwarakanadha Reddy, Business Head at Amara Raja Infra, expressed enthusiasm about their entry into the green hydrogen space. Furthermore, the project's success is a stepping stone for future large-scale green hydrogen ventures in India under the National Hydrogen Energy Mission. The establishment of hydrogen fuelling stations across the nation will be pivotal for studying and implementing sustainable hydrogen solutions.