India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission: New Guidelines and Rs 200 Crore Investment

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in India has announced new guidelines to enhance testing facilities and infrastructure under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. With a budget of Rs 200 crores until 2025-26, the initiative aims to improve safety, reliability, and performance standards in the Green Hydrogen sector.

The National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) has been designated as the Scheme Implementation Agency (SIA) and will oversee the deployment of funds and adherence to the scheme’s objectives. This initiative aligns with India’s goal of achieving Aatma Nirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) through clean energy solutions.

Launched on January 4, 2023, the National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to deploy Rs 19,744 crores by the financial year 2029-30. The mission seeks to significantly reduce carbon emissions, diminish reliance on fossil fuel imports, and elevate India’s stature in both technology and market leadership in the Green Hydrogen sector.