Indian Government had issued guidelines for Green Hydrogen Use in the Transport sector
National Green Hydrogen Mission: The Indian Government has issued a few guidelines for Green Hyderoen in the transport sector by the New and Renewable Energy Ministry under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. “Scheme Guidelines for Implementation of Pilot Projects for Use of Green Hydrogen in the Transport Sector” have been issued by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) on February 14, 2024, under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, according to the statement.
National Green Hydrogen Mission
National Green Hydrogen Mission
A.) Objective
“To make India the Global Hub for production, usage and export of Green Hydrogen and its derivatives. This will contribute to India’s aim to become Aatmanirbhar through clean energy and serve as an inspiration for the global Clean Energy Transition. The Mission will lead to significant decarbonisation of the economy, reduced dependence on fossil fuel imports, and enable India to assume technology and market leadership in Green Hydrogen.”. The intended objective is as follows:-
- Making India a leading producer and supplier of Green Hydrogen in the world
- Creation of export opportunities for Green Hydrogen and its derivatives
- Reduction in dependence on imported fossil fuels and feedstock
- Development of indigenous manufacturing capabilities
- Attracting investment and business opportunities for the industry
- Creating opportunities for employment and economic development
- Supporting R&D projects
B.) How it works
- Exports: The mission aims to facilitate export opportunities for better renewable energy through export growth, including favourable trade policies, streamlined processes, and alliances with key international partners to promote the export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.
- Domestic Demand: The Government of India plans to boost domestic demand for green hydrogen and its derivatives. This initiative is intended to drive the adoption of green hydrogen as an energy source.
- Competitive Bidding: To facilitate the procurement of green hydrogen and green ammonia, demand aggregation and procurement will be conducted through competitive bidding.
- Certification Framework: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) will develop a regulatory framework for the certification of green hydrogen and its derivatives. This framework ensures that green hydrogen and its derivatives are produced from renewable energy sources.
New Guidelines issued
- Coverage of Vehicle Segments: Separate projects are designated for different vehicle segments including 4-wheelers, buses, LCVs (Light Commercial Vehicles), 3-wheelers, and 2-wheelers.
- Capping Pilot Costs: The National Green Hydrogen Mission provides support of up to Rs. 55 lakhs per pilot project to cover the incremental costs of green hydrogen vehicles compared to conventional diesel or CNG variants to enable organizations to conduct year-long trials without being burdened by excessive capital costs.
When was the National Green Hydrogen Mission was announced?
The Union Cabinet approved the National Green Hydrogen Mission on 4 January 2022.
