Empowering India's Green Hydrogen Revolution through National Mission and Grid Expansion
Key Ideas
  • India's National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to produce 5 million tonnes of GH2 yearly by 2030, reducing 50 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The mission necessitates a substantial increase in grid-connected renewable energy beyond the 500 GW target, posing challenges and opportunities.
  • Recommendations include identifying production hubs, recognizing electrolysers as flexible resources, setting grid connectivity standards, and establishing an industry-led consortium.
  • The transition to green hydrogen will impact transmission planning, electricity demand, consumption patterns, and power system operations in India.
India's pursuit of decarbonization through green hydrogen (GH2) is a crucial element in the nation's economy. The National Green Hydrogen Mission sets ambitious goals to produce 5 million tonnes of GH2 annually by 2030, aiming to mitigate 50 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to about 2% of the energy sector emissions. This endeavor highlights the need for a significant expansion of grid-connected renewable energy capacity beyond the existing 500 GW target by 2030. While over 80% of renewable energy capacity is currently concentrated in six states, the demand for GH2 will be more widespread, necessitating the transmission of renewable energy across the grid. This shift towards large-scale integration of renewable energy will have far-reaching implications for electricity demand, consumption patterns, transmission network planning, and power system operations in India. The report 'Assessing the Impact of Green Hydrogen Production on India’s Power System' by the Council of Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) provides key recommendations to address these challenges. It suggests identifying green hydrogen production hubs to inform national and state transmission planning, recognizing electrolysers as a flexible resource under the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) Ancillary Services Regulation, developing grid connectivity standards for electrolysers, and facilitating the establishment of an industry-led consortium to pilot large-scale grid-connected GH2 projects. These recommendations aim to streamline the process of integrating green hydrogen into India's power system. In conclusion, the transition to green hydrogen in India signifies a paradigm shift towards sustainable and environmentally friendly energy sources. By embracing the National Green Hydrogen Mission and implementing the recommended strategies, India can pave the way for a greener and more resilient energy future, while also contributing significantly to global efforts in combating climate change.
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