In a significant development towards promoting green energy and industrial growth, the Himachal Pradesh government has signed a Memorandum of Commitment (MoC) with M/s Spray Engineering Devices Limited, Chandigarh. The agreement, inked in the presence of Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, marks the inception of India's first integrated manufacturing facility for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), Green Hydrogen, and 2G Ethanol. Situated in the Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh (BBN) industrial area of Solan district, the project will involve an investment of ₹1400 crore and is poised to boost the local economy by creating job opportunities for 1,000 youth. The facility's green hydrogen requirement is set at 30 MW initially, with plans for future expansion up to 50 MW. Chief Minister Sukhu reaffirmed the state's commitment to sustainability, aiming to establish Himachal Pradesh as the nation's leading Green Energy State by March 2026. The state has already initiated various green energy projects, including a 1 MW Green Hydrogen plant at Nalagarh in collaboration with Oil India Limited, showcasing its dedication to positioning itself as a pioneer in the green energy sector. Stressing the importance of timely completion, the Chief Minister urged Spray Engineering Devices Ltd. to finish the facility within a year, further advancing the state's green energy objectives. The MoC, signed by Director of Industries Dr. Yunus for the Himachal Pradesh government and Managing Director Vivek Verma for Spray Engineering Devices Ltd., signifies a significant stride towards sustainable industrial development in the region.