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India Hosts 1st Annual Green Hydrogen R&D Conference
- 13 Sep 2025
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, inaugurated the 1st Annual Green Hydrogen R&D Conference organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
Key Points
- The 1st Annual Green Hydrogen R&D Conference 2025 was held on 11th–12th September 2025 in New Delhi, featuring expert sessions, interactive roundtables, and a Start-up Expo with 25 pioneering companies driving India’s green energy revolution.
- At the event, 25 start-ups showcased breakthroughs spanning electrolyser manufacturing, AI-driven optimisation, and biological hydrogen solutions.
- A ₹100 crore Call for Proposals to support start-ups driving innovation in hydrogen technologies was also launched.
- The scheme will provide up to ₹5 crore per project for pilot initiatives in hydrogen production, storage, transport, and utilisation.
India’s Green Hydrogen Ecosystem
- Ports: India’s first port-based pilot project at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, Tamil Nadu.
- Steel: Five pilot projects showcasing hydrogen-driven decarbonisation.
- Shipping: Retrofitted vessels and refuelling facilities at Tuticorin Port.
- Transport: Hydrogen buses and refuelling stations are operational.
- Fertilisers: First-ever green ammonia auction revealed a record low price with supplies starting at Paradeep Phosphates, Odisha.
- Hydrogen Hubs: Dedicated hydrogen hubs are under development at Kandla, Paradip, and Tuticorin Ports.
- Mission: National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) was launched in 2023 with an outlay of ₹19,744 crore.
