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Source: The post is based on the article “Green Hydrogen Pilots in India Conference held in the run-up to G20 Summit” published in PIB on 6th September 2023
What is the News?
“Green Hydrogen Pilots in India” conference was held in New Delhi.
What is the Green Hydrogen Pilots in India conference?
Hosted by: NTPC Limited
Purpose: The conference showcased various Green Hydrogen Pilots being implemented by both public and private sector companies of India.
What are the key highlights from the conference?
India’s commitment to green hydrogen sets it apart from countries using natural gas-based hydrogen with higher emissions.India aims to be an influential exporter and a leader in the green hydrogen approach.
India’s carbon dioxide contribution is relatively low compared to its population, reflecting its dedication to environmental concerns.The shift toward green hydrogen aligns with the goals of energy independence and environmental responsibility.
India intends to become a refueling destination for green ships by providing affordable green hydrogen or green ammonia.Collaboration with the Ministry of Shipping is in progress.
The National Green Hydrogen Mission’s pilot projects are the driving force behind innovation and experimentation.They target sectors traditionally reliant on fossil fuels.
The R&D roadmap for the National Green Hydrogen Mission is nearly finalized and will be released soon.It outlines research areas needed for green hydrogen development.
Public and private sectors are also implementing several pilot projects in green hydrogen, contributing to the growth of the green hydrogen ecosystem.
