India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) aims to position the country as a global leader in green hydrogen by 2030. Green hydrogen, produced using renewable energy, offers a clean alternative to fossil fuels, helping decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors like steel, fertilizers, mobility, and shipping. The Mission focuses on scaling production, promoting domestic manufacturing, fostering R&D through public-private partnerships, developing port-based hydrogen hubs, and implementing certification standards. Despite challenges like high costs, infrastructure gaps, and technology readiness, strategic policy support, financial incentives, and skill development are driving India’s transition toward a sustainable, low-carbon, and energy-secure future.
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The India-Norway 'Green Maritime Partners' initiative unites India’s Sagarmala-driven maritime ambitions with Norway’s zero-emission expertise. Centered on R&D, green finance, and skill-building, it advances electric, hydrogen, and green ammonia shipping, exemplifying North-South cooperation for a sustainable, decarbonized Blue Economy and global maritime future.
Click to View MoreIndia released a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) feasibility study, targeting a 1% blend by 2027 and 5% by 2030. Leveraging its vast biomass resources, SAF can cut CO2 emissions by up to 80%, reduce crude imports, and support India's 2070 net-zero goal.
Click to View MoreIndian Railways has tested the first hydrogen-powered coach at its Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. The project involves converting existing diesel power cars into hydrogen fuel cell-powered traction systems and establishing a hydrogen storage facility in Jind, Haryana. The train will operate between Jind and Sonepat stations, covering 356 km daily.
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