World Hydrogen Summit 2025

At the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 held in Rotterdam, the Secretary, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, addressed global stakeholders, presenting India’s strategic vision and growing capabilities in renewable energy and green hydrogen production.

• The Secretary highlighted India’s ambition to emerge as a global leader in green hydrogen, emphasizing that this transformation is rooted in the country’s robust renewable energy infrastructure.
• As of now, India has installed over 223 GW of renewable energy capacity, comprising 108 GW from solar and 51 GW from wind, placing it among the fastest-growing renewable energy markets globally.
• Reiterating India’s long-term goals, the Secretary outlined the vision to:
  • Achieve energy independence by 2047, and
  • Reach Net Zero emissions by 2070.

Green Hydrogen Initiatives in India

• National Green Hydrogen Mission: it was launched in 2023 with an initial outlay of USD 2.4 billion. The mission targets 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen production annually by 2030 and is propelling rapid developments across the sector.
• Allocation of 862,000 TPA green hydrogen production capacity to 19 companies.
• Award of 3,000 MW annual electrolyzer manufacturing capacity to 15 firms.
• Launch of pilot projects in critical sectors such as steel, mobility, and shipping.
• Rollout of India’s Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme, enhancing credibility and traceability.
• Exemption from Environmental Clearance for Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia plants, easing regulatory hurdles.
• The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has identified three strategic ports—Kandla, Paradip, and Tuticorin—to be developed as Green Hydrogen Hubs.

The Secretary’s address emphasized that India’s integrated approach—spanning policy reform, infrastructure development, and industrial collaboration—is setting the stage for a sustainable and self-reliant green energy future.

(Source: PIB)