Source: PIB
Context: The Government of India has sanctioned five pilot projects for using hydrogen in buses and trucks under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
- These projects will deploy 37 hydrogen-powered vehicles across 10 major routes, supported by ₹208 crore in funding.
About National Green Hydrogen Mission:
- What is the Green Hydrogen Mission?
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- A flagship initiative aimed at making India a global hub for green hydrogen production, usage, and export.
- Focuses on decarbonization, clean energy adoption, and reducing fossil fuel dependency.
- Launched In: 4th January 2023
- Ministry: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)
- Budget Outlay: ₹19,744 crore (2023-2030)
- Aim of the Mission:
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- Develop India as a global green hydrogen hub.
- Reduce carbon emissions and fossil fuel imports.
- Promote clean energy transition and self-reliance (Aatmanirbhar Bharat).
- Enable India’s leadership in green hydrogen technology and markets.
- Key Features of the Mission:
- Demand Creation: Government to mandate minimum green hydrogen consumption for key industries.
- SIGHT Programme: Financial incentives for electrolyser manufacturing and hydrogen production.
- Green Hydrogen Hubs: Development of two large-scale hubs for production and usage.
- Policy Support: Waiver of interstate transmission charges for renewable energy use in hydrogen production.
- Infrastructure Development: Support for pipelines, tankers, and storage facilities.
- Research & Development (SHIP): Public-private collaboration for hydrogen technology advancements.
- Skill Development: Industry-focused training programs in collaboration with MNRE.
- International Cooperation: Partnerships for hydrogen technology transfer and exports.
