Budget Outlay
₹19,744 Cr
India's National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make the country a global hub for the production, usage, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives. The mission targets 5 MMT of green hydrogen production annually by 2030, positioning India as a leader in the clean energy transition.
Establishment of 5 MMT of green hydrogen production capacity by 2030
Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) programme with financial incentives
Waiver of inter-state transmission charges for renewable energy used in green hydrogen production
Development of green hydrogen hubs with integrated infrastructure
Target of 125 GW of renewable energy capacity dedicated to hydrogen production
Export-focused strategy targeting Japan, Europe, and South Korea markets
Prime Minister announces the National Hydrogen Mission from the Red Fort.
Government notifies Green Hydrogen/SHP policy, waiving inter-state transmission charges.
Union Cabinet approves the National Green Hydrogen Mission with ₹19,744 Cr outlay.
SIGHT programme launched to incentivise electrolyser manufacturing and green hydrogen production.
First tranche of green hydrogen production and electrolyser manufacturing bids awarded.
Target: 5 MMT annual green hydrogen production, 50 GW electrolyser capacity.
CO2 Reduction
50 MMT/year by 2030
Renewable Capacity
125 GW additional
Fossil Fuel Savings
₹1 Lakh Cr by 2030
Employment
6 Lakh jobs
Investment Target
₹8 Lakh Cr
| Country | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| European Union | Active | 40 GW electrolyser target by 2030, 10 MMT domestic production |
| China | Active | World's largest electrolyser manufacturer, targeting 200,000 tonnes/year |
| USA | Active (IRA) | $3/kg production tax credit via Inflation Reduction Act |
| Japan | Active | Targeting 3 MMT/year by 2030, focused on ammonia co-firing |