Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: TH
Context: Cochin International Airport (CIAL), known for its solar-powered operations, has partnered with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) to establish a green hydrogen plant on its premises. This initiative positions CIAL as the first airport globally to have such a facility.
The plant targets generating 1000 KW of power, contributing to India’s Green Hydrogen mission. Green Hydrogen, produced via electrolysis with renewable energy, is central to India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission. The mission aims to position India as a global hub for producing, utilizing, and exporting Green Hydrogen.
