India's Bold Green Hydrogen Mission: A Step Towards Energy Self-Reliance
Key Ideas
  • India's National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to attract investments of ₹8 lakh crore and create 6 lakh jobs, driving economic growth and energy self-reliance.
  • The mission targets the production of 5 million metric tons of green hydrogen by 2030, supported by a $100 billion investment and 125 GW of new renewable energy capacity.
  • Key officials emphasized India's ambitious goals of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030, net zero emissions by 2070, and meeting the projected hydrogen demand by 2050.
  • The event highlighted the importance of innovation, research, and development in making green hydrogen more affordable and scalable, positioning India as a leader in the green hydrogen sector.
Union Minister Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi highlighted India's National Green Hydrogen Mission's significance at the 2nd International Conference of Green Hydrogen 2024 in Delhi. The mission, launched in 2023, aims to reduce reliance on imported natural gas and ammonia, leading to significant cost savings. The initiative is expected to attract investments of ₹8 lakh crore and generate 6 lakh jobs, promoting economic growth and energy self-sufficiency. Additionally, Minister Hardeep S. Puri outlined targets of producing 5 million metric tons of green hydrogen by 2030 with substantial investments and renewable energy capacity. MNRE Secretary Bhupinder S. Bhalla and Prof. Ajay K. Sood emphasized India's ambitious renewable energy goals, including achieving net zero emissions by 2070 and meeting the projected hydrogen demand. The importance of innovation and research in advancing green hydrogen technology was stressed, with a call for continued investment. The event showcased India's journey towards a green hydrogen economy and concluded with optimism about India's leading role in the global green hydrogen sector.
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