India-Japan Partnership: Leading the Way in Green Ammonia Export
Key Ideas
  • India and Japan signed their first project offtake agreement for exporting green ammonia, marking a significant milestone in India's goal to become a global leader in green hydrogen and ammonia production.
  • The partnership involves Sembcorp Industries, Sojitz Corporation, Kyushu Electric Power, and NYK Line to establish a cross-border supply chain from India to Japan for green ammonia production and export.
  • Minister Pralhad Joshi announced active tenders for the production of 7.5 lakh tonnes per annum of green ammonia and highlighted India's broader strategy to incentivize over a million tonnes per annum of green hydrogen production, showcasing the nation's rapid growth in green energy.
  • The agreement reflects India's increasing influence in the global green energy sector, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable development and energy independence, and reinforcing the government's support for green hydrogen initiatives.
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) highlighted a significant development in renewable energy as India and Japan signed their first project offtake agreement to export green ammonia, signaling India's ambitions to excel in green hydrogen and ammonia production. The agreement, formalized in the presence of Minister Pralhad Joshi, aims to position India as a global leader in green energy production. Sembcorp Industries will oversee green ammonia production in India using renewable energy sources, with Kyushu Electric Power planning to incorporate this ammonia into its energy mix to reduce coal consumption in Japan. Sojitz Corporation will facilitate business connections, while NYK Line will manage maritime transportation from India to Japan. Minister Joshi revealed active tenders for producing green ammonia and green hydrogen, showcasing India's rapid expansion in the green energy sector. The collaboration with Japan not only strengthens India's position in the global green energy market but also emphasizes the nation's dedication to sustainable development and energy self-sufficiency.
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