Cummins Inc. and GAIL Partner to Drive Green Hydrogen Adoption in India
Key Ideas
  • Accelera by Cummins and GAIL (India) Limited signed an MOU to collaborate on green hydrogen and zero-emissions technologies in India.
  • The partnership aims to explore opportunities in hydrogen production, blending, transportation, and storage for various sectors such as transport, power, and steel.
  • The collaboration will leverage Accelera's expertise in hydrogen generation technology and GAIL's established natural gas infrastructure to advance the adoption of green hydrogen in India.
  • The strategic partnership follows the successful commissioning of GAIL's green hydrogen plant in Vijaipur, Madhya Pradesh, with Accelera supplying a 10MW PEM electrolyzer system.
Accelera™ by Cummins, the zero-emissions business segment of Cummins Inc., and GAIL (India) Limited have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on green hydrogen and zero-emissions technologies in India. This partnership will focus on leveraging Accelera's expertise in hydrogen generation technology and GAIL's established natural gas infrastructure to explore opportunities in hydrogen production, blending, transportation, and storage across sectors such as transport, power, and steel. The collaboration signifies the potential of green hydrogen and large-scale electrolysis for diverse applications in India. The partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen by combining advanced electrolyzer technology with GAIL's extensive energy infrastructure. Through this collaboration, Accelera and GAIL will work towards developing a robust hydrogen value chain to support India's goal of producing 5 million tons of green hydrogen annually by 2030. Furthermore, the partnership will also focus on sharing knowledge on hydrogen blending with natural gas, developing industry standards, and exploring new applications for green hydrogen technology. Accelera, a leader in large-scale hydrogen production using PEM electrolysis, has already deployed over 600 electrolyzer units globally, showcasing its experience and impact in the clean energy transition. Cummins, the parent company of Accelera, is committed to providing zero-emissions solutions for vital industries worldwide. Through Accelera, Cummins offers a diverse portfolio of sustainable solutions like batteries, hydrogen fuel cells, e-axles, and electrolyzers, with operations spanning across North America, Europe, and China. The collaboration with GAIL underscores the shared commitment towards sustainability and driving the adoption of green hydrogen in India's energy landscape.
ADVANCEH2

Our vision is to be the world's leading online platform for advancing the use of hydrogen as a critical piece needed to deliver net-zero initiatives and the promise of a clean H2 energy future.

© 2025 AdvanceH2, LLC. All rights reserved.