India's National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make the country a global hub for green hydrogen production and export.
Mission Outlay
₹19,744 Cr
Target Production
5 MMT/yr
2030 Timeline
By 2030
Jobs Target
6 Lakh
Green hydrogen is currently uncompetitive at ~$4-5/kg vs grey hydrogen at $1.5-2/kg. Electrolyzer manufacturing capacity is nascent. India lacks a domestic supply chain for PEM electrolyzers and depends on imports. Water availability for electrolysis in arid regions and high transmission costs for renewable energy are additional barriers.
The National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) was launched with ₹19,744 Cr. Strategic Interventions include: ₹17,490 Cr for production incentives under SIGHT, ₹1,466 Cr for pilot projects, and ₹788 Cr for R&D. Green hydrogen consumption mandates have been set for refineries, fertilizers, and steel. ISTS charges waived for renewable energy used in green hydrogen production for 25 years.
Individuals can invest in renewable energy companies and green hydrogen funds. Engineers and scientists can upskill in electrolyzer technology. Local communities near proposed green hydrogen hubs can engage in district-level planning committees. Consumers can support companies with certified green hydrogen supply chains.
₹19,744 Cr total outlay: ₹17,490 Cr for SIGHT incentive scheme, ₹1,466 Cr for pilot projects in shipping and steel, ₹788 Cr for R&D, and ₹9 Cr for HR development. Additional state-level incentives in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka offer subsidies for electrolyzer manufacturing.
China targets 200,000 tonnes/yr by 2025. EU aims for 10 MMT of renewable hydrogen imports by 2030. Australia is building the $50B Western Green Hydrogen Hub. Japan and South Korea are early importers. India's cost advantage in renewable energy (cheapest solar globally) positions it well, but Germany has already operationalized 88 MW of electrolysis capacity — India has 10 MW.
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