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    India: On the Road to Clean Energy, SECI signs MoU to promote Green Hydrogen Initiatives

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    India: On the Road to Clean Energy, SECI signs MoU to promote Green Hydrogen Initiatives

    Several major Green Hydrogen projects are already underway across India, showcasing the country’s commitment to its clean energy targets. These projects pave the way for a greener future powered by innovation and sustainability.

    Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd (SECI), under Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, signed a MoU with H2Global Stiftung to establish a collaborative framework to promote Green Hydrogen initiatives. This aims to enhance knowledge exchange on market-based mechanisms and foster cooperation between India and importing countries, thereby contributing to the global advancement of the green hydrogen economy.

    This collaboration offers India the opportunity to work on joint tender design concepts, particularly in structuring joint tenders that aligns with India’s ambition to become export hub of Green Hydrogen and its derivatives. The cooperation may provide valuable insights into global hydrogen market dynamics, including trade logistics and stakeholder engagement, which can be instrumental in furthering India’s green hydrogen initiatives.

    The world faces a pressing challenge: Decarbonisation. To combat climate change, nations around the globe are striving to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition towards cleaner energy sources. International conferences like COP 26 (2021) and COP 28 (2023) have played a crucial role in fostering global collaboration on this front.

    National Green Hydrogen Mission

    In this context, Green Hydrogen emerges as a game-changer. Produced using renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydro and biomass, Green Hydrogen offers a clean and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. However, large-scale production necessitates significant renewable energy capacity. Recognizing this potential, India launched the National Green Hydrogen Mission in 2023. This ambitious mission aims to establish India as a global hub for Green Hydrogen production, usage, and export.

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    The mission seeks to:

    • Drive down production costs through financial incentives for electrolyser manufacturing and Green Hydrogen production.
    • Boost domestic demand by mandating minimum Green Hydrogen consumption in specific sectors.  
    • Facilitate exports by establishing supportive policies and strategic partnerships.

    The government of India already has a strong focus on renewable energy with ambitious targets for capacity expansion. This focus on renewables is crucial for powering Green Hydrogen production and achieving the mission’s goals. The economic potential of Green Hydrogen in India is significant and the mission projects creation of millions of jobs, attracting substantial investments, and reducing dependence on fossil fuel imports. This economic development will contribute to India’s overall energy security.

    Several major Green Hydrogen projects (Pilot and Commercial) are already underway across India, showcasing the country’s commitment to its clean energy targets. These projects pave the way for a greener future powered by innovation and sustainability. Financing Green Hydrogen and Renewable Energy projects requires a multi-pronged approach. Traditional methods remain important, but innovative solutions and supportive policies are crucial to unlock the full potential of clean energy investments.

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