Rs. 200 Crore Scheme to Bridge Gaps, Ensure Safety in Green Hydrogen Production
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced a new scheme to fund the development of testing facilities, infrastructure, and institutional support for the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). This initiative aims to establish India as a global leader in green hydrogen production and usage.
Key Highlights of the Scheme:
- Budget: Rs. 200 crore allocated until the financial year 2025-26.
- Implementation Agency: National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE)
- Objectives:
- Identify gaps in existing testing facilities for green hydrogen components, technologies, and processes.
- Establish new testing facilities and upgrade existing ones to ensure safe and secure green hydrogen production and trade.
- Develop robust quality and performance testing mechanisms.
Benefits of the Scheme:
- This scheme will play a crucial role in achieving India’s green energy goals and self-reliance (Aatma Nirbhar) through clean energy.
- It will contribute to the global clean energy transition by inspiring other nations.
- The development of robust testing facilities will ensure the quality, sustainability, and safety of green hydrogen production and trade in India.
- This mission is expected to significantly decarbonize the Indian economy, reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, and establish India as a technological and market leader in green hydrogen.
The announcement of this funding scheme is a significant step towards India’s clean energy ambitions and its leadership role in the global green hydrogen market.